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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Portpatrick is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 18h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Portpatrick is to drive which takes 8h 2m and costs £110 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Portpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Portpatrick. However, there are services departing from Bouverie Road West and arriving at Post Office via London Victoria, Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 33m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Portpatrick?

The distance between Folkestone and Portpatrick is 568 miles. The road distance is 475.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Portpatrick without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 17m and costs £95 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 11h 17m to get from Folkestone to Portpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Portpatrick bus from?

Folkestone to Portpatrick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bouverie Road West station.

Where does the Folkestone to Portpatrick bus arrive?

Folkestone to Portpatrick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Portpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Portpatrick is 475 miles. It takes approximately 8h 2m to drive from Folkestone to Portpatrick.

Where can I stay near Portpatrick?

There are 196+ hotels available in Portpatrick.

Folkestone to Portpatrick - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Folkestone to Portpatrick by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Euston to Glasgow Central
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
11h 17m
£96–280
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bouverie Road West to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
18h 33m
£45–120
Train, bus via London
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Bridge
2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Buchanan Bus Station590 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
18h 23m
£71–175
Drive 472.5 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Portpatrick472.5 mi
8h 2m
£118–170
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
8h 38m
£134–387
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
9h 5m
£137–364
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LTN - GLA
4. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
5. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
9h 6m
£98–230
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
5. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
9h 31m
£127–355
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LGW - GLA
4. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
5. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
9h 29m
£105–231
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)STN - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
9h 13m
£89–218

Folkestone to Portpatrick by train, foot, and bus

72Weekly Services

11h 17mAverage Duration

£96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 564.7 mi
Duration: 11h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Bouverie Road West to Post Office via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Buchanan Bus Station, and Port Rodie in around 18h 33m.

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