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About Fairlie

Fairlie is a small Ayrshire coastal town on the A78, halfway between Glasgow and Ardrossan. The scenic route offers island views and connects easily to Largs just 5km north. The town sits in a sheltered spot with mild maritime weather and good EV charging coverage. Fairlie Yacht Slip remains one of Scotland's oldest working boatyards, still crafting traditional wooden vessels.

Where is Fairlie on the map?

Fairlie is in Scotland, at 55.756, -4.856 - about 32 km south of Ardnadam.

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Popular destinations close by

Largs4 mi 10 minMeadowfoot5 mi 10 minSeamill6 mi 10 minWest Kilbride6 mi 10 minPortencross6 mi 10 minGreat Cumbrae Island8 mi 40 minMunnoch8 mi 15 minMillport8 mi 40 minMeigle, North Ayrshire8 mi 15 minSkelmorlie9 mi 20 minUpper Skelmorlie9 mi 20 minArdrossan9 mi 15 minWemyss Bay9 mi 20 minSouth Hourat9 mi 15 minSaltcoats, North Ayrshire11 mi 20 min

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What is the closest airport to Fairlie?

The closest airport to Fairlie is Glasgow Prestwick Airport, 41 km (about 33 min by car). Other airports nearby: Glasgow Airport.

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