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Ardrossan – Brodick

Ferries to Isle of Arran

Ardrossan – Brodick

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Ferry from Ardrossan to Brodick

Caledonian MacBrayne provides the ferry from Ardrossan to Brodick. Ardrossan Brodick ferries cost around $42 and $149, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry schedules change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest ferry ticket information for Ardrossan Brodick ferries.

Ferry times from Ardrossan to Brodick

Ardrossan Brodick ferry sailings typycally depart from Ardrossan at around 07:00. The last ferry leaves at 20:30.

How long is the ferry from Ardrossan to Brodick?

The Ardrossan Brodick ferry trip can take around 55 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Ardrossan Brodick Ferry Operator Schedules

There are around 32 weekly sailings from Ardrossan to Brodick serviced by Caledonian MacBrayne. Timetables can vary by season and operator.

Ferry prices from Ardrossan to Brodick

Ardrossan Brodick ferry prices typically range between $42* and $149*. The average price is typically $113*. The cheapest ferries from Ardrossan to Brodick start from $42*. The average price for a foot passenger is $42*. The average price for a car is $113*.

Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.

How far is it from Ardrossan to Brodick?

The distance between Ardrossan to Brodick is approximately 22 miles (36km) or 19 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Ardrossan Brodick ferry?

Yes, Caledonian MacBrayne allow cars on board ferries between Ardrossan and Brodick. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Ardrossan and Brodick.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Ardrossan to Brodick?

Foot passengers can travel on the Ardrossan to Brodick ferry with Caledonian MacBrayne.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Ardrossan to Brodick?

Pets currently are not allowed on ferries from Ardrossan to Brodick.
 

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Ardrossan Guide

Ardrossan Ferry Port

Ardrossan Harbour lies on the North Ayrshire coast in southwest Scotland, providing daily sailings across the Firth of Clyde to the Isle of Arran. Completed in 1864, the harbour has a large seated waiting room and a coffee cabin with a supermarket just a five-minute walk away. The port is served by Ardossan Harbour railway station, Princes Street bus stop and a few short term car parking spaces in front of the terminal building If driving from Glasgow and Edinburgh, head west on the M8 and continue onto the A737 and B714 in Dalry, following signs to Ardrossan.


Brodick Guide

Brodick Ferry Port

Brodick Harbour is the main ferry terminal on the Isle of Arran, offering frequent crossings to Ardrossan on the Scottish mainland. The port is located just off the A841 on the east coast and provides a large waiting area, toilets and baby changing facilities. Just outside the building, you will find a taxi rank, bus stop and car parking spaces. Whilst you wait to depart, you can enjoy one of the excellent family-owned restaurants nearby or, if you have the time, play a few holes on the village’s excellent golf course. Brodick has a rich and varied wildlife, so be on the lookout for dolphins, seals and basking sharks en route to Ardrossan.

Ardrossan to Brodick
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 2025-03-24 and 2025-03-30

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Caledonian MacBrayne 07:00 07:55 55 minutes Sat, Sun
Caledonian MacBrayne 09:45 10:40 55 minutes Mon, Sat
Caledonian MacBrayne 12:30 13:25 55 minutes Mon, Sat, Sun
Caledonian MacBrayne 15:20 16:15 55 minutes Mon, Sat, Sun
Caledonian MacBrayne 18:00 18:55 55 minutes Mon, Sat, Sun
Caledonian MacBrayne 20:30 21:25 55 minutes Sat

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