CM5 Ardrossan to Brodick
Operated by Caledonian MacBrayne. First bus 07:00, last bus 21:40. 12 journeys on weekdays. Fares: set by the operator — more.
| Stop | 07:00 | 09:45 | 12:30 | 15:20 | 18:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ardrossan Ferry Terminal | 07:00 | 09:45 | 12:30 | 15:20 | 18:00 |
| Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal | 07:55 | 10:40 | 13:25 | 16:15 | 18:55 |
Each column is one journey, headed by the time it sets off. Times are shown at the route's main timing stops — buses serve all stops in between. Switch a table to All stops for every stop it calls at, or open a stop's own page for live departures there.
Christmas & bank holidays
These dates are not the usual timetable for the day they fall on. They come from the operator’s published data, which for Christmas and New Year is often late or incomplete, so check with Caledonian MacBrayne before you travel. Everything above is an ordinary week.
Not published yet: Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Operators often publish festive timetables only a few weeks ahead, so check again nearer the date.
- Boxing Day — Saturday, 26 December 2026 towards Brodick: 1 journey, first 12:30 towards Ardrossan: 1 journey, first 13:55
- Sunday, 27 December 2026 towards Brodick: 4 journeys, first 09:45 towards Ardrossan: 5 journeys, first 08:20
- Saturday, 2 January 2027 towards Brodick: 5 journeys, first 07:00 towards Ardrossan: 4 journeys, first 08:20
Route map
All stops on route CM5
CM5 towards Brodick
All 2 stops
- Ardrossan Ferry Terminal Ardrossan
- Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal Brodick
CM5 towards Ardrossan
All 2 stops
- Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal Brodick
- Ardrossan Ferry Terminal Ardrossan
Towns & areas on this route
Frequently asked questions
What time is the first CM5 ferry?
The first CM5 departure on weekdays leaves at 07:00 (check the full timetable below for your stop, as times vary along the route — weekend times can differ).
What time is the last CM5 ferry?
The last CM5 on weekdays leaves its first stop at 21:40. Always check the timetable for your specific stop — later stops are reached after this time.
How much does the CM5 ferry cost?
The England bus fare cap does not apply to this service — Caledonian MacBrayne sets its own fares. Check their website for current prices and passes.
Who runs the CM5 ferry?
The CM5 is operated by Caledonian MacBrayne.
Timetable data from Caledonian MacBrayne via the DfT Bus Open Data Service (Scotland feed). Check before you travel — services can change at short notice.