🚌 Bus from Ardrossan to Fairlie
2 direct routes · about 35 min · first bus 07:01, last bus 17:53 (weekdays).
💷 Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 585 | Stagecoach West Scotland | ~35 min | 23 | 07:01 | 17:53 | Hill Street (opp) |
| 585A | Stagecoach West Scotland | ~30 min | 4 | 18:53 | 21:53 | Hill Street (opp) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Ardrossan on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Ardrossan to Fairlie?
2 routes run directly from Ardrossan to Fairlie: the 585 (Stagecoach West Scotland), the 585A (Stagecoach West Scotland).
How long does the bus take from Ardrossan to Fairlie?
Around 35 minutes on the 585, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Ardrossan to Fairlie?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 585) leaves around 07:01 and the last around 17:53. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Ardrossan to Fairlie?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.