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Ferry from Ardrossan to Brodick

Depending on the season their are usually 5 daily and 33 weekly sailings between Ardrossan and Brodick. Caledonian MacBrayne provides the ferry from Ardrossan to Brodick. Ardrossan Brodick ferries cost between $42 and $149, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.

What's the ferry schedule from Ardrossan to Brodick?

The earliest Ardrossan Brodick ferry typically departs Ardrossan at about 07:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 20:30.

How long is the ferry from Ardrossan to Brodick?

Ferries from Ardrossan to Brodick sail in around 55 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Ardrossan Brodick Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 33 weekly sailings from Ardrossan to Brodick provided by Caledonian MacBrayne. Timetables can change from season to season.

Caledonian MacBrayne provide 33 sailings weekly.

How much does the ferry cost from Ardrossan to Brodick?

The price of a ferry from Ardrossan to Brodick typically range between $42* and $148*. On average the Ardrossan Brodick ferry is $113*. The cheapest Ardrossan Brodick ferry prices start from $42*. The average price for a foot passenger is $42*. The average price for a car is $113*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated January 25.

What is the distance from Ardrossan to Brodick?

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

Can I travel on the ferry from Ardrossan to Brodick with a car?

Yes, Ardrossan Brodick ferries allow cars onboard with Caledonian MacBrayne between Ardrossan and Brodick. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Ardrossan and Brodick use our Deal Finder.

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

Caledonian MacBrayne allow foot passengers on Ardrossan Brodick ferries.

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

Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Ardrossan to Brodick.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Scotland to Isle of Arran page.
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Ardrossan - Brodick Route summary
Departure Country UK
Destination Country UK
No. of Operators 1
Operators Caledonian MacBrayne
Average Price A$110*
Average Daily Sailings 4
Average Weekly Sailings 30
Average Sailing Duration 55m
First Ferry 07:00
Last Ferry 18:00
Distance 19 nautical miles

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

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Ardrossan to Brodick?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Ardrossan to Brodick is approximately 55m. This is a rough guide for ferry duration as it can differ on type of ship and operator.

Which ferry companies operate between Ardrossan to Brodick?

There is 1 ferry operator for Ardrossan to Brodick and this is
  • Caledonian MacBrayne

How can I book ferry tickets from Ardrossan to Brodick?

Ferries from Ardrossan to Brodick are available for booking through our deal finder, with live prices, timetables and operators.

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.

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