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

The cheapest way to get from Rothesay to Brodick is to ferry and line 585 bus which costs £19 - £60 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Rothesay to Brodick is to ferry and line 585 bus which takes 4h and costs £19 - £60.

Is there a direct ferry between Rothesay and Brodick?

No, there is no direct ferry from Rothesay to Brodick. However, there are services departing from Rothesay Ferry Terminal and arriving at Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal via Ardrossan Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Rothesay to Brodick?

The distance between Rothesay and Brodick is 42 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rothesay to Brodick without a car is to ferry and line 585 bus which takes 4h and costs £19 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Rothesay to Brodick, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Brodick?

There are 199+ hotels available in Brodick.

Rothesay to Brodick - 2 ways to travel via ferry, and line 585 bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Rothesay to Brodick by ferry or bus

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Ferry, line 585 bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Rothesay Ferry Terminal to Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminalferry Cm3
2. Take the bus from Manse Court to Hill Streetbus 585
3. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminalferry Cm5
4h
£19–59
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Rothesay Ferry Terminal to Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminalferry Cm3
2. Take the ferry from Ardrossan Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminalferry Cm5
4h 4m
£19–62

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Map of how to get from Rothesay to Brodick.

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Distance: 41.4 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Rothesay, Scotland and Brodick, Scotland?

You can take a ferry from Rothesay Ferry Terminal to Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal via Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal, Wemyss Bay Station, Crawford Street, Largs, Ardrossan South Beach, South beach Road, Hill Street, and Ardrossan Ferry Terminal in around 4h 4m.

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