Brodick port

One of two ports on the wonderful Isle of Arran, Brodick is one of the island’s main settlements with many facilities and shopping opportunities. A perfect location in which to explore the vaunted ‘Scotland in Miniature’ that has made Arran such a popular attraction throughout the years.

Brodick port

One of two ports on the wonderful Isle of Arran, Brodick is one of the island’s main settlements with many facilities and shopping opportunities. A perfect location in which to explore the vaunted ‘Scotland in Miniature’ that has made Arran such a popular attraction throughout the years.

Port information

Caledonian MacBrayne

The Pier

Brodick

KA27 8AY

Opening hours from 28 March 2025 - 19 October 2025

  • Mon-Sat: 6:30 a.m - 5:30 p.m
  • Sun : 8:30 a.m - 7:30 p.m

Key information

  • Services to/from Brodick, Summer timetable 2025: Please read our service status page for the latest information on Arran services between Ardrossan - Brodick and Troon - Brodick. Please visit the Troon port page for details on travel via Troon. We advise you to book and reserve your preferred sailing in advance.
  • MV Glen Sannox and MV Alfred will operate from Troon-Brodick.
  • If you arrive at the port without a reservation we may still be able to carry you. Please proceed to the ticket office. 
  • Pre-Booking of vehicles is strongly recommended  
  • Crossing Time: 1 hour 20 minutes  
  • Operates year round  
  • Connecting bus and taxi 
  • When in operation, this is a bookable route. Please book your preferred sailing in advance. Read the service status page for the latest details on Arran services.

Check in process

Vehicles

  • Please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure
  • The check-in booth is situated on the left-hand side after the car park entrance.
  • If you arrive earlier than the stated check in time please do not join the boarding lanes.
  • If the check-in booth is not manned please follow signs - terminal staff will check you in.
  • If you miss your booked sailing, or the size of your vehicle differs from that declared, you may have to pay an additional fee.
  • We reserve the right to amend your booking appropriately on arrival.

Nearby

  • Fill up for your Arran adventure at the local petrol station located across from the terminal building. 
  • Need some essentials from the shop? Cash for those all-important island souvenirs? The Co-op stores 250m from the terminal has everything you need. 
  • Check out the Visit Scotland Opens in new windowguide to Arran to learn more about the fabulous food and drink offerings available on the island.

Connections

  • Buses: Connect with local bus services and island tours, located adjacent to the terminal building. 
  • Taxi rank: Or get a taxi from the rank located across from the terminal building. 
Bus 324 to Brodick Pier driving near a ferry terminal, with a large ferry and another bus visible in the background.