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How to get fromIsle of Arran to Ayrby ferry, train, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Isle of Arran to Ayr by ferry, train, or bus

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  1. Ferry, train

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    1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm5
    2. Take the train from Kilwinning to Ayrtrain train Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
    2h 45m
    £22–55

  2. Ferry, line 585 bus

    1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry Terminalferry ferry Cm5
    2. Take the bus from Hill Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus bus 585
    2h 47m
    £22–51

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  • Distance: 36.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Isle of Arran, Scotland and Ayr, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Isle of Arran to Ayr. However, you can take the taxi to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, walk to Ardrossan Harbour, take the train to Kilwinning, then take the train to Ayr. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Isle of Arran to Ayr Bus Station via Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, Dock road, and Hill Street in around 2h 47m.

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