What is the cheapest way to get from Isle of Arran to Kilmarnock?

The cheapest way to get from Isle of Arran to Kilmarnock is to ferry and line 11 bus via McGavin Way which costs £19 - £50 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Isle of Arran to Kilmarnock?

The fastest way to get from Isle of Arran to Kilmarnock is to ferry and line 11 bus via McGavin Way which takes 2h 52m and costs £19 - £50.

How far is it from Isle of Arran to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Isle of Arran and Kilmarnock is 33 miles.

How do I travel from Isle of Arran to Kilmarnock without a car?

The best way to get from Isle of Arran to Kilmarnock without a car is to ferry and line 11 bus via McGavin Way which takes 2h 52m and costs £19 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Isle of Arran to Kilmarnock?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Isle of Arran to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 571+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

Isle of Arran to Kilmarnock - 2 ways to travel via ferry, and line 11 bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Isle of Arran to Kilmarnock by ferry or bus

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Ferry, line 11 bus via McGavin Way
best
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry Terminalferry Cm5
2. Take the bus from McGavin Way to Dunlop Streetbus 11
2h 52m
£20–49
Ferry, line 11 bus
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry Terminalferry Cm5
2. Take the bus from Chapelhill Mount Terminus to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus 11
2h 58m
£22–50

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Distance: 33.1 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

There is no direct connection from Isle of Arran to Kilmarnock. 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, walk to McGavin Way, then take the line 11 bus to Dunlop Street. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Isle of Arran to Kilmarnock Bus Station via Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal, Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, Hill Street, and Chapelhill Mount Terminus in around 2h 58m.

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