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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Portpatrick is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Portpatrick is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Portpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee station to Portpatrick. However, there are services departing from Seagate Bus Station and arriving at Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Dundee to Portpatrick?

The distance between Dundee and Portpatrick is 176 miles. The road distance is 167.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Portpatrick without a car is to bus which takes 5h 42m and costs £20 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Dundee to Portpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Portpatrick bus from?

Dundee to Portpatrick bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Seagate Bus Station.

Train or bus from Dundee to Portpatrick?

The best way to get from Dundee to Portpatrick is to bus which takes 5h 42m and costs £20 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Dundee to Portpatrick bus arrive?

Dundee to Portpatrick bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dundee to Portpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Portpatrick is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Dundee to Portpatrick.

Where can I stay near Portpatrick?

There are 178+ hotels available in Portpatrick.

Dundee to Portpatrick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dundee to Portpatrick by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
5h 42m
£21–34
Train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
6h 19m
£39–90
Drive 166.6 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Portpatrick166.6 mi
3h 21m
£41–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen StreetDundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
5h 45m
£29–73
Bus via Overgate
1. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus StationUk091
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
6h 36m

Dundee to Portpatrick by bus

154Weekly Buses

5h 42mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dundee to Portpatrick.

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Distance: 174.9 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Dundee, Scotland and Portpatrick, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Seagate Bus Station to Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dundee to Post Office via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie in around 6h 19m.

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