What is the cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Rothesay?

The cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Rothesay is to train and line 906 bus and ferry which costs £14 - £35 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Rothesay?

The fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Rothesay is to train and line 906 bus and ferry which takes 1h 41m and costs £14 - £35.

How far is it from Ardrossan to Rothesay?

The distance between Ardrossan and Rothesay is 25 miles.

How do I travel from Ardrossan to Rothesay without a car?

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Rothesay without a car is to train and line 906 bus and ferry which takes 1h 41m and costs £14 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Ardrossan to Rothesay?

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Ardrossan to Rothesay, including transfers.

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Ardrossan to Rothesay - 2 ways to travel via train, line 906 bus, and ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Ardrossan to Rothesay by train, bus, or ferry

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Train, line 906 bus, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Ardrossan South Beach to Largstrain
2. Take the bus from Crawford Street to Wemyss Bay Stationbus 906 / ...
3. Take the ferry from Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal to Rothesay Ferry Terminalferry Cm3
1h 41m
£14–32
Line 585 bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Hill Street to Burnlea Roadbus 585 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal to Rothesay Ferry Terminalferry Cm3
2h 7m
£15–30

Ardrossan to Rothesay by train, bus, and ferry

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1h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 24.8 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Ardrossan, Scotland and Rothesay, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Ardrossan to Rothesay. However, you can take the train to Largs, walk to Crawford Street, take the line 906 bus to Wemyss Bay Station, walk to Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Rothesay Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hill Street to Rothesay Ferry Terminal via Burnlea Road, Crawford Street, Wemyss Bay Station, and Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal in around 2h 7m.

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