Arran service - Shuttle bus, Troon train station to Troon ferry terminal

Troon - Brodick (Arran) shuttle bus service - Troon train station to Troon ferry terminal 

Caledonian MacBrayne will be providing a shuttle bus service between Troon train station and Troon ferry terminal, to support foot passengers using the Troon-Brodick service. 

This service will operate 21 October - 20 November and 2 January - 4 February 2025. Please check our service status and information pages for the most up to date information on our services before you travel. 

Read our customer FAQs if you are travelling on this shuttle bus service for information. We've also provided some important information for passengers who require assistance. 

For those travelling by vehicle, please check our travel advice - and again, please factor in extra time for your journey.

Troon train station to Troon ferry terminal

Troon ferry terminal to Troon train station

* Shuttle bus may depart earlier than published time if all passengers have disembarked the vessel and intending shuttle bus passengers have boarded bus.  

* Shuttle bus will drop-off on request at Troon Harbour car park en route to Troon train station.

Customer FAQs

Are the train and ferry connections shown in the timetable guaranteed? 

When planning a journey that requires connecting services, be realistic about the journey length and allow extra time for unexpected delays. Ferry services are often affected by bad weather and tidal issues. Rail services can be amended and traffic can be delayed by roadworks.   

Train timings in our timetables are reproduced from information supplied by ScotRail  and are for guidance only. Always check train times with ScotRail  when planning a journey.

When using other forms of transport to and from our ports, please note these services do not always guarantee a connection, particularly during times of disruption. We advise that you check both CalMac and connecting service websites prior to travel to ensure you can reach your end destination safely. 

Where will the shuttle bus pick-up and drop-off at Troon train station? 

The shuttle bus will pick-up and drop-off on St Meddans Street, underneath the railway bridge. The walk between the platforms and the bus pick-up/drop-off point is approximately 5 minutes (uphill towards the platforms and downhill towards the bus pick-up). 

Where can I find out more about Troon train station?

You can find out more about Troon train station, including accessibility information and station facilities on ScotRail's website .

Can I take my bike on the shuttle bus? 

No. The shuttle bus is not able to accommodate bicycles - including folding and push bikes, given limitations on space for luggage.  

Cyclists who wish to make their own way from Troon train station to Troon ferry terminal can do so. Please use the following address for directions: Arran House,100 Port Ranald Dr, Troon, KA10 6HH.

If you're taking your bike on the ferry, please remember to book online in advance to guarantee space.

Can I take my pet on the shuttle bus? 

Yes. Our shuttle bus provider will accept pets. If you're taking your pet on the ferry, please remember to add a pet ticket to your booking to guarantee space.

Will there be a shuttle bus service available between Ardrossan and Troon?   

No. Whilst we are operating timetabled services to Brodick from both Ardrossan and Troon, customers can choose to travel from either port. There will be no shuttle bus between Ardrossan and Troon and customers should factor this into their travel plans. 

Should the Ardrossan-Brodick be diverted to Troon during this period, we will provide information about alternative transport between Ardrossan and Troon through the Service Status & Information pages of our website. 

If I leave my car at Ardrossan, and travel back from Brodick (Arran) to Troon - can I take a shuttle bus to pick up my car?  

No. There is no shuttle bus operating between the ports. Please factor this into your travel plans.  

This is because we are operating a timetabled service from both Ardrossan and Troon, rather than diverting to Troon during a disruption.  

I've purchased a Rail & Sail ticket from ScotRail. Do I need a separate CalMac ticket for the ferry? 

Yes. If you've purchased a Rail & Sail ticket from ScotRail, please present this to the ticket office at the ferry terminal. Our port team will provide a CalMac ticket for the ferry. 

Please note that Rail & Sail tickets purchased from ScotRail to do not constitute a booking on a CalMac service. We strongly encourage all customers (including foot passengers) to make a CalMac booking in advance to guarantee travel on your preferred sailing. 

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Information for passengers who need assistance 

Will the shuttle buses be accessible? 

The shuttle bus service is ordinarily operated by a coach. Unfortunately, the coach has step access and are not low-floor accessible vehicles. However, if you have mobility issues, or use a wheelchair or mobility aid, and are unable to board this type of vehicle, we can, on request, arrange for an accessible vehicle to operate the shuttle bus service you need.

To request an accessible vehicle for the shuttle bus service, please contact our Troon port team directly at least 48 hours prior to your journey, by telephoning 01475 650125.

I have accessibility requirements. Is the Troon shuttle bus a good option for me? 

Whilst we can arrange for an accessible vehicle on request, we do encourage passengers with mobility issues or those who use wheelchairs / mobility aids to travel Ardrossan-Brodick on MV Isle of Arran sailings, as this service will better meet their needs. 

The reasons for this advice are:

• A shuttle bus service will operate from Troon train station; however, no passenger assistance will be available to help passengers transfer between the station platforms to the bus pick up/drop off point.  

• The coaches which ordinarily operate the shuttle bus may not be a suitable option for wheelchair users or customers will mobility issues.