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

The cheapest way to get from Isle of Arran to Prestwick is to ferry which costs £20 - £55 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Isle of Arran to Prestwick is to ferry and line 585 bus which takes 2h 33m and costs £20 - £55.

Is there a direct ferry between Isle of Arran and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct ferry from Isle of Arran to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal and arriving at Ardrossan Ferry Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Isle of Arran to Prestwick?

The distance between Isle of Arran and Prestwick is 35 miles.

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

The best way to get from Isle of Arran to Prestwick without a car is to ferry and line 585 bus which takes 2h 33m and costs £20 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Isle of Arran to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 573+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Isle of Arran to Prestwick - 2 ways to travel via ferry, and line 585 bus

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

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Ferry, line 585 bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry Terminalferry Cm5
2. Take the bus from Hill Street to St. Quivox Roadbus 585
2h 33m
£21–51
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry Terminalferry Cm5
2h 36m
£21–53

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Distance: 35 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

Caledonian MacBrayne operates a ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry Terminal every 3 hours. Tickets cost £4–26 and the journey takes 55 min.

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