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About Ardrossan

Ardrossan is Ayrshire's main ferry port for the Isle of Arran, reached via the A78 from Glasgow in 45 minutes. The coastal road connects neighbouring towns whilst the A738 links inland to Kilwinning. With over 40 EV charging points and Glasgow Prestwick Airport 20km south, it's well-positioned for island travel. The harbour processes around 750,000 CalMac ferry passengers yearly.

Where is Ardrossan on the map?

Ardrossan is in Scotland, at 55.650, -4.807 - about 34 km north-west of Braehead, South Ayrshire.

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The closest airport to Ardrossan is Glasgow Prestwick Airport, 30 km (about 25 min by car). Other airports nearby: Glasgow Airport.

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