Updated 27 January 2026
Ardrossan Port Closure from 27 January
Due to a vermin infestation at Ardrossan Port, the site will be closed with immediate effect. Contractors are scheduled to attend and the port office will remain closed until approximately 3 February. Please be advised there will be no staff at the port during the closure.
The complimentary shuttle buses will operate from the entrance at Asda in Ardrossan, approximately a 2 minute walk from Ardrossan Harbour Train Station. The shuttle bus will still run to the scheduled timetable to meet the MV Alfred sailings departing Troon.
For the latest information on the port closure, always check the service status page for Ardrossan - Brodick.
Updated 21 January 2026
We want to keep customers updated on plans for our services to/from Arran during the current vessel overhaul period.
Until and including 6 February 2026
Following repairs to MV Alfred lift, a single vessel service will be reinstated to operate between Troon-Brodick from 23 January, delivered by MV Alfred. We expect this to continue until and including 6 February 2026 following MV Caledonian Isles expected return from overhaul. Upon her return, she will operate the service between Ardrossan - Brodick, and MV Alfred will continue to operate the Troon-Brodick route.
MV Glen Sannox, the vessel which ordinarily operates between Troon-Brodick is currently undergoing warranty works and is currently expected to return to service on 23 February. In the meantime, MV Alfred will continue to operate the route.
Our booking system will temporarily close for new bookings and amendments on this route for the dates 31 January - 6 February while we work through these changes. This is temporary. If you plan to make a booking – and the date you require is unavailable, please do check back later. Our service status page will carry the latest information and timelines for this work, guiding you on when it is underway and complete.
We will shortly be in touch with any customers who have been affected in sailing date order.
Thank you as always for your patience and understanding.
Updated 15 January 2026
Following our previous updates on services to Arran during the overhaul period, there has been further changes to the timetable for Arran from 16 January 2026.
A two-vessel service will operate between Troon-Brodick from 16 January 2026 until at least 22 January 2026. An amended timetable will operate during the period. More information can be found on the service status page for this route.
As per our previous update – there will be no services operating between Ardrossan- Brodick to 30 January while MV Glen Sannox completes warranty works and MV Caledonian Isles completes overhaul.
Customer bookings
If you plan to make a booking for this period, sailings are open for new bookings and amendments.
If you have a booking for the period, and should there be any change to it – our team will have contacted you directly. Passengers who were travelling on MV Alfred and required passenger assistance will have their booking moved to travel on MV Isle of Arran while we await repairs to be made to MV Alfred’s lift.
Lift access
The lift on MV Alfred remains out of order with repairs expected week commencing 19 January 2026, until the lift is repaired, customers requiring lift access are advised to book MV Isle of Arran sailings. Updates will be provided on the service status page for Troon to Brodick.
Staying in touch
Updated 9 January 2026
10 January 2026
There has been an update to the Ardrossan - Brodick service on 10 January 2026. More information on sailing times can be found on the service status page for this route.
11 January to 30 January 2026
Due to the vessel departing for annual overhaul, there will be no service operating to/from Ardrossan between 11 January and 30 January. See alternative routes to Arran - Troon-Brodick and Claonaig-Lochranza
Updated 3 January 2026
Following our below update on services to Arran during the overhaul period, we are keen to let you know about further changes to the timetable for Arran services from 5 January 2026.
Up to and including 9 January 2026
Due to an emergency docking of another vessel, there has been a review of the annual overhaul programme and vessel deployments.
MV Caledonian Isles will be delayed in departing for annual overhaul and will continue to operate the published timetable for Ardrossan to Brodick until 9 January.
More information on sailing times can be found on the service status page for this route.
10 January to 30 January 2026
Due to the vessel departing for annual overhaul, there will be no service operating to/from Ardrossan between 10 January and 30 January. See alternative routes to Arran - Troon-Brodick and Claonaig-Lochranza
MV Alfred lift – 10 to 30 January: The passenger lift onboard MV Alfred is currently out of order. Passengers who require the use of the lift are advised to contact the port of departure the day before travel to discuss alternative arrangements when travelling between 10 and 30 January. Up to and incl. 9 January Passengers who require the use of the lift are advised to consider travelling on services to/from Ardrossan. Read our customer FAQ for more information.
Staying in touch
Updated: 30 December 2025
Following our previous update on services to Arran during the overhaul period, we are keen to let you know about forthcoming changes to the timetable for Arran services.
5 January until 30 January – MV Alfred will operate a single vessel service between Troon – Brodick, Arran while MV Glen Sannox completes warranty works in dry dock following her completion of overhaul, and while MV Caledonian Isles enters her own overhaul period on 4 January. This means there will be no service operating to/from Ardrossan during this period.
An amended timetable will operate during the period, with MV Alfred beginning each day of service island side, which is intended to give those travelling from Arran more time on the mainland should they need it.
The lift on MV Alfred is currently out of service, however we are working with the vessel owners to have this repaired as soon as possible or to make alternative arrangements for mobility impaired customers. If you are travelling with us or plan to travel with us during this period, please do let us know about the assistance you may need.
A vending machine service is available on board –however, no hot food service is available on the vessel, so please do factor this into your plans. There is a cold drinks/snacks vending machine in the passenger lounge on MV Alfred and if you are travelling from Troon there is a coffee cabin within the terminal building, serving refreshments including hot drinks and snacks.
If you plan to make a booking for this period, our system will close while we make the necessary changes to reflect the plan outlined above. This is temporary, so please do check back. Our service status page will carry the latest information and timelines for this work, guiding you on when it is underway and complete.
If you have a booking for the period, and should there be any change to it – we will be in contact with you directly.