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Brodick – Ardrossan

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Brodick – Ardrossan

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Ferry from Brodick to Ardrossan

Caledonian MacBrayne provides the ferry from Brodick to Ardrossan. Brodick Ardrossan ferries cost around $17 and $94, 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 Brodick Ardrossan ferries.

Ferry times from Brodick to Ardrossan

Brodick Ardrossan ferry sailings typycally depart from Brodick at around 08:20. The last ferry leaves at 21:40.

How long is the ferry from Brodick to Ardrossan?

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

Brodick Ardrossan Ferry Operator Schedules

There are around 33 weekly sailings from Brodick to Ardrossan serviced by Caledonian MacBrayne. Timetables can vary by season and operator.

Ferry prices from Brodick to Ardrossan

Brodick Ardrossan ferry prices typically range between $17* and $94*. The average price is typically $77*. The cheapest ferries from Brodick to Ardrossan start from $17*. The average price for a foot passenger is $17*. The average price for a car is $78*.

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 Brodick to Ardrossan?

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

Can I travel by car on the Brodick Ardrossan ferry?

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

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

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

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

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

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Brodick - Ardrossan Route summary
Departure Country UK
Destination Country UK
No. of Operators 1
Operators Caledonian MacBrayne
Average Price $61*
Average Daily Sailings 4
Average Weekly Sailings 30
Average Sailing Duration 55m
First Ferry 08:20
Last Ferry 19:20
Distance 19 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

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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 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 to Ardrossan
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 3/24/2025 and 3/30/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Caledonian MacBrayne 08:20 09:15 55 minutes Sat, Sun
Caledonian MacBrayne 11:05 12:00 55 minutes Sat, Sun
Caledonian MacBrayne 13:55 14:50 55 minutes Mon, Sat, Sun
Caledonian MacBrayne 16:40 17:35 55 minutes Mon, Sat, Sun
Caledonian MacBrayne 19:20 20:15 55 minutes Mon, Sat, Sun
Caledonian MacBrayne 21:40 22:35 55 minutes Sat

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