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How to get fromGlasgow to Great Cumbrae Islandby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Glasgow to Great Cumbrae Island by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Largstrain train Glasgow Central - Largs
    2. Take the ferry from Largs Ferry Terminal to Cumbrae Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm7
    1h 27m
    £21–42

  2. Bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Pavillion Theatre to Manse Courtbus bus 906 / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Largs Ferry Terminal to Cumbrae Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm7
    2h 6m
    £7–14

Glasgow to Great Cumbrae Island by train, foot, and ferry

Calendar128Weekly Services
Duration1h 27mAverage Duration
Ticket£21Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 43.5 mi
  • Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Great Cumbrae Island, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Glasgow to Great Cumbrae Island. However, you can take the train to Largs, walk to Largs Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Cumbrae Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pavillion Theatre to Cumbrae Ferry Terminal via Manse Court and Largs Ferry Terminal in around 2h 6m.

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