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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Portpatrick is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 22m.

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 22m 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 Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Portpatrick?

The distance between Falkirk and Portpatrick is 122 miles. The road distance is 115.6 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 bus which takes 5h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m 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 bus which takes 5h 34m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 41m.

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 22m to drive from Falkirk to Portpatrick.

Where can I stay near Portpatrick?

There are 57+ 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 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 St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X37
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
5h 34m
Drive 115 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Falkirk to Portpatrickcar 115 mi
2h 22m
£29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain Ayr - Stranraer / ...
5h 41m
£32–41
Bus via South Crescent
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 12m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Falkirk to Portpatrick.

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Distance: 121.1 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Post Office via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie in around 5h 41m.

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