The average train between Tarbet and Ardrossan takes 4h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Tarbet to Ardrossan. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Tarbet and Ardrossan. The earliest departure is at 10:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tarbet is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Ardrossan at 8:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Dalmuir and take an average of 4h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Tarbet to Ardrossan? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Tarbet to Ardrossan. However, there are services departing from Tarbet station and arriving at Ardrossan station via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.
Tarbet to Ardrossan train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Arrochar & Tarbet station.
Tarbet to Ardrossan train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ardrossan Town station.
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The distance between Tarbet and Ardrossan is 63 km. The road distance is 114 km.
You can take a train from Arrochar & Tarbet to Ardrossan Town via Dalmuir, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Glasgow Central in around 3h 4m.