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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Portpatrick is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Portpatrick is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Portpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Portpatrick. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Post Office via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Portpatrick?

The distance between Dunfermline and Portpatrick is 136 miles. The road distance is 130.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Portpatrick without a car is to bus which takes 6h 1m and costs £20 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Dunfermline to Portpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Portpatrick bus from?

Dunfermline to Portpatrick bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Approach Road station.

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Portpatrick?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Portpatrick is to bus which takes 6h 1m and costs £20 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Portpatrick bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Portpatrick bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Portpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Portpatrick is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Dunfermline to Portpatrick.

Where can I stay near Portpatrick?

There are 173+ hotels available in Portpatrick.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Dunfermline 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 North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
6h 1m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
6h 3m
£38–69
Drive 129.5 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Portpatrick129.5 mi
2h 38m
£33–47
Bus via South Crescent
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
6h 12m
Train via Haymarket
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
7h 2m
£35–65

Dunfermline to Portpatrick by bus

50Weekly Buses

6h 1mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.7 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Post Office via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, and Port Rodie in around 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Post Office via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie in around 6h 3m.

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