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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Portpatrick is to bus via Ayr which costs £17 - £28 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Portpatrick is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Portpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Portpatrick. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at Post Office via Glasgow Buchanan and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Portpatrick?

The distance between Falkirk and Portpatrick is 132 miles. The road distance is 115.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Portpatrick without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Falkirk to Portpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Portpatrick bus from?

Falkirk to Portpatrick bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from St Andrew`s Church station.

Train or bus from Falkirk to Portpatrick?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Portpatrick is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Falkirk to Portpatrick bus arrive?

Falkirk to Portpatrick bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Portpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Portpatrick is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Falkirk to Portpatrick.

Where can I stay near Portpatrick?

There are 210+ hotels available in Portpatrick.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Falkirk 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 Falkirk Grahamston to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
5h 45m
£54–110
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 358 / ...
7h
£18–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
6h 19m
Drive 115.1 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Portpatrickcar 115.1 mi
2h 23m
£29–41

Falkirk to Portpatrick by train, bus, and foot

35Weekly Services

5h 45mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Falkirk to Portpatrick.

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Distance: 131.1 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Post Office via Glasgow Queen Street, West George Street, Central Station, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan, Stranraer Port Rodie, and Port Rodie in around 6h 19m.

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