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

The cheapest way to get from Lochgilphead to Isle of Arran is to bus and ferry and line 324 bus which costs £18 - £40 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lochgilphead to Isle of Arran is to bus and ferry which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £65.

How far is it from Lochgilphead to Isle of Arran?

The distance between Lochgilphead and Isle of Arran is 48 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lochgilphead to Isle of Arran without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Lochgilphead to Isle of Arran, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Isle of Arran?

There are 199+ hotels available in Isle of Arran.

Lochgilphead to Isle of Arran - 2 ways to travel via bus, and ferry

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

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Bus, ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Lochnell Street to Ferry Terminalbus 448
2. Take the ferry from Claonaig Ferry Terminal to Lochranza Arran Ferry Terminalferry Cm6
3h 3m
£36–65
Bus, ferry, line 324 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lochnell Street to Ferry Terminalbus 448
2. Take the ferry from Claonaig Ferry Terminal to Lochranza Arran Ferry Terminalferry Cm6
3. Take the bus from Lochranza Pier to Arran Heritage Museumbus 324
4h 22m
£18–36

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Distance: 47.9 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

There is no direct connection from Lochgilphead to Isle of Arran. However, you can take the bus to Ferry Terminal, walk to Claonaig Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Lochranza Arran Ferry Terminal, then take the taxi to Isle of Arran. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lochnell Street to Isle of Arran via Ferry Terminal, Claonaig Ferry Terminal, Lochranza Arran Ferry Terminal, Lochranza Pier, and Arran Heritage Museum in around 4h 22m.

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