Can you get around Arran without a car?

You can take a taxi or a private hire - taxis are often available at the pier during boat times. You can pre-book these to collect and drop you off anywhere on the island, and the taxi/private hire partners with VisitArran offer personal guided tours as well.



Yes, the Isle of Arran is remarkably accessible for those traveling without a vehicle. The island features a robust and reliable bus network operated by Stagecoach, with three main routes (the North, South, and String roads) that connect the ferry terminal at Brodick to major villages like Lamlash, Whiting Bay, Blackwaterfoot, and Lochranza. These buses are timed to coincide with ferry arrivals and departures. Additionally, Arran is a popular destination for cycling, with many bike hire shops available, and the island's relatively compact size makes it manageable for walkers and hikers who wish to use the "Arran Coastal Way."

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The distance round the island is 55 miles. That would be a couple of hours of slowish driving. There are umpteen places where you'll find interesting scenes, ranging from Kildonan and Lagg way down in the south; through Blackwaterfoot and Machrie Moor, more in the West; to Pirnmill, Catacol, Lochranza nearer the North.

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Brodick is the main village on the Isle of Arran, the largest island in the Firth of Clyde. For many people arriving by ferry to Arran, Brodick will be the first place that they land.

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Day 2 - Around Arran - Scotland in Miniature You can drive the 56 mile circuit around Arran in 2.5 hours, but there's lots to see so you need to schedule carefully. The highlights are: Corrie - this is an exceptionally pretty little village where the houses face directly onto the road.

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Throughout the year swimmers are in the seas around Arran. Once a year, local and visiting swimmers get together for the Lamlash Splash, where they swim from Holy Isle back to the pier.

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Local buses are another great way to get around and really see Arran – there are three main routes: the 324 goes via Lochranza to Blackwaterfoot (North End); the 323 goes via Whiting Bay to Blackwaterfoot (South End) and the 322 heads across the String to Blackwaterfoot.

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Goatfell is a mountain on the Isle of Arran and at 2,866 ft (874 m), it's the highest point on the island. The Arran skyline is dominated by the jagged summits and ridges of Goatfell and the surrounding hills.

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How long does it take to cycle around? It takes 30 minutes to cycle to Dun Aonghasa. So if you want to see a good few main highlights it would take about 4 to 5 hours.

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The Isle of Arran is a place where you can find a little bit of everything you'd ever want from a Scottish island. It has an ever-changing coastline, dramatic mountain peaks, sheltered beaches, verdant forests, great cultural festivals and a wealth of tasty local produce.

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There are a few campsites on the Isle of Arran to choose from, but also the option to upgrade with glamping and caravan sites or go off-grid with wild camping.

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