Route information

Key information

Ardrossan - Brodick

Summer timetable - Until 19 October 2025

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

7 - 12 October: View amended timetable

13 - 19 October: View timetable here.

Winter timetable - 20 October 2025 - 26 March 2026

Winter timetables for the period 20 October 2025 - 26 March 2026 are available to view below and open for bookings.

20 October - 2 November & 22 November - 26 March - Timetable TBC. There is an alternative service between Troon-Brodick or Tarbert/Claonaig – Lochranza.

3 November - 21 November - View timetable here.

Key Information

Shuttle bus service:

Ardrossan - Troon Shuttle Bus - View shuttle bus information operating between Ardrossan port and Troon port for foot passengers travelling on MV Glen Sannox sailings.

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

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.

Read our passenger travel checklist to prepare for your journey.

Planning ahead:  Book your ticket online in advance of travel - even if you're a foot passenger. eTickets can be scanned from your device.  

Payment Information: we are currently unable to accept cash payments at Troon. We accept MasterCard, Visa, Apple, Google or Samsung Pay.

Alternative route to/from Arran: there is an alternative route to Arran, travelling between Troon - Brodick, or Claonaig/Tarbert to Lochranza.

Concessions: SPT Ferry Card, SPT Companion Ferry Card and Blue badge concessions are available online and can be applied to your ticket. Please carry your concession card with you.

Group passengers: for tickets purchased online for any number of travelling companions the full party must travel on the same sailing. This applies to all legs of the journey. If you are unsure whether all group members will travel together, please make separate bookings.

Guidance

Available timetables

Port and vessel facilities