What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Brodick?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Brodick is to line 11 bus and ferry which costs £8 - £35 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Brodick?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Brodick is to line 11 bus and ferry which takes 2h 44m and costs £8 - £35.

How far is it from Irvine to Brodick?

The distance between Irvine and Brodick is 23 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Brodick without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Brodick without a car is to line 11 bus and ferry which takes 2h 44m and costs £8 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Brodick?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Irvine to Brodick, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Brodick?

There are 199+ hotels available in Brodick.

Irvine to Brodick - 2 ways to travel via train, line 11 bus, and ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Irvine to Brodick by bus, ferry, or train

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Line 11 bus, ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Marress Road to Hill Streetbus 11 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminalferry Cm5
2h 44m
£8–31
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Kilwinning to Ardrossan Harbourtrain Glasgow Central - Ardrossan Harbour / ...
2. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminalferry Cm5
3h
£8–34

Irvine to Brodick by bus, foot, and ferry

34Weekly Services

2h 44mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 22.6 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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 11 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 train from Irvine to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal via Kilwinning, Ardrossan Harbour, and Ardrossan Ferry Terminal in around 3h.

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