What is the cheapest way to get from Bradford to Portpatrick?

The cheapest way to get from Bradford to Portpatrick is to bus via Manchester which costs £35 - £75 and takes 11h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bradford to Portpatrick?

The fastest way to get from Bradford to Portpatrick is to drive which takes 4h and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Bradford and Portpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Bradford to Portpatrick. However, there are services departing from Nelson Street N2 and arriving at Post Office via Charlotte Street, Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.

How far is it from Bradford to Portpatrick?

The distance between Bradford and Portpatrick is 278 miles. The road distance is 209 miles.

How do I travel from Bradford to Portpatrick without a car?

The best way to get from Bradford to Portpatrick without a car is to train which takes 10h 30m and costs £60 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Bradford to Portpatrick?

It takes approximately 10h 30m to get from Bradford to Portpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Portpatrick bus from?

Bradford to Portpatrick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Nelson Street N2 station.

Train or bus from Bradford to Portpatrick?

The best way to get from Bradford to Portpatrick is to train which takes 10h 30m and costs £60 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 11h 40m.

Where does the Bradford to Portpatrick bus arrive?

Bradford to Portpatrick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Bradford to Portpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Bradford to Portpatrick is 209 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Bradford to Portpatrick.

Where can I stay near Portpatrick?

There are 195+ hotels available in Portpatrick.

Bradford to Portpatrick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bradford to Portpatrick by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Shipley to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
3. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Stranraer
10h 30m
£61–183
Bus via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nelson Street N2 to Manchester Central Coach Station171 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
11h 40m
£35–71
Drive 207.8 mi
1. Drive from Bradford to Portpatrick207.8 mi
4h
£52–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station183 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
12h 44m

Bradford to Portpatrick by train, foot, and bus

12Weekly Services

10h 30mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276.3 mi
Duration: 10h 30m

What companies run services between Bradford, England and Portpatrick, Scotland?

You can take a train from Bradford Forster Square to Post Office via Shipley, Carlisle, Kilmarnock, Stranraer, and Port Rodie in around 10h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nelson Street N2 to Post Office via Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station, and Port Rodie in around 11h 40m.

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