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Ardrossan - Brodick

Winter timetable - 20 October 2025 - 26 March 2026

Winter timetables for the period 20 October 2025 - 26 March 2026 are available to view and/or download in the timetables tab on this page.

Service Status Always check our service status for the latest information on this route.

Until Friday 13 February 2026: Due to the vessel departing for annual overhaul, there will be no service operating to/from Ardrossan. See alternative routes to Arran - Troon-Brodick and Claonaig-Lochranza.

Shuttle buses to/from Ardrossan - Troon Until Friday 6 February 2026 - A complimentary shuttle bus will operate between Ardrossan port and Troon port for foot passengers travelling on MV Alfred sailings.

Summer timetables 27 March - 18 October 2026:

Summer timetable for the period 27 March to 18 October 2026 is now available to view and/or download for this route in the timetables tab on this page and bookings are open.

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Tickets Book your ticket online, in advance of travel, even if you’re a foot passenger. All vehicles and passengers must have a valid ticket prior to travel.

Check-in 30 minutes for vehicles and 10 minutes for foot passengers prior to departure. Late check in may result in space being reallocated or vehicles being refused carriage.

Alternative routes to/from Arran: there are alternative routes to Arran, travelling between Troon to Brodick, or Claonaig/Tarbert to Lochranza.

Before you travel: Read our passenger travel checklist to prepare for your journey.

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