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How to get fromIrvine to Brodickby bus, ferry, or train

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There are 3 ways to get from Irvine to Brodick by bus, ferry, or train

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  1. Line 585 bus, ferry

    best
    1. Take the bus from Bridgegate to Hill Streetbus bus 585
    2. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm5
    2h 31m
    £8–31

  2. Train, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Kilwinning 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
    £7–33

  3. Line 11 bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from Marress Road to Hill Streetbus bus 11 / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm5
    2h 44m
    £8–31

Irvine to Brodick by bus, foot, and ferry

Calendar68Weekly Services
Duration2h 31mAverage Duration
Ticket£8Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 21.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Irvine, Scotland and Brodick, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Irvine to Brodick. However, you can take the line 585 bus to Hill Street, walk to Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marress Road to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal via Hill Street and Ardrossan Ferry Terminal in around 2h 44m.

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