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How to get fromGlasgow to Machrieby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Glasgow to Machrie by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Harbourtrain train Glasgow Central - Ardrossan Harbour
    2. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm5
    3h
    £42–80

  2. Train, ferry, bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ardrossan Harbourtrain train
    2. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm5
    3. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Auchangallon Jettybus bus 324 / ...
    4h 45m
    £27–63

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  • Distance: 55.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Machrie, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Glasgow to Machrie. However, you can take the train to Ardrossan Harbour, walk to Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, then take the taxi to Machrie. Alternatively, you can take a train from Glasgow Central to Auchangallon Jetty via Ardrossan Harbour, Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, and Ferry Terminal in around 4h 45m.

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