What is the cheapest way to get from Fort William to Portpatrick?

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Portpatrick is to bus via Ayr which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort William to Portpatrick?

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Portpatrick is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Portpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Portpatrick. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Post Office via Glasgow Buchanan and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Fort William to Portpatrick?

The distance between Fort William and Portpatrick is 203 miles. The road distance is 191.6 miles.

How do I travel from Fort William to Portpatrick without a car?

The best way to get from Fort William to Portpatrick without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 51m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Fort William to Portpatrick?

It takes approximately 7h 51m to get from Fort William to Portpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Portpatrick bus from?

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

Train or bus from Fort William to Portpatrick?

The best way to get from Fort William to Portpatrick is to train which takes 8h 53m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Fort William to Portpatrick bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort William to Portpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Portpatrick is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Fort William to Portpatrick.

Where can I stay near Portpatrick?

There are 179+ hotels available in Portpatrick.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Fort William 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from An Aird One to Terminal Buildingbus E5
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
7h 51m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 914
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Streetbus 60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Port Rodiebus 358 / ...
8h 45m
£30–45
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
8h 53m
£49–107
Drive 190.5 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Portpatrickcar 190.5 mi
3h 54m
£47–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 914
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
8h 6m

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Map of how to get from Fort William to Portpatrick.

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Distance: 202.2 mi
Duration: 7h 51m

What companies run services between Fort William, Scotland and Portpatrick, Scotland?

You can take a train from Fort William to Post Office via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie in around 8h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan, Stranraer Port Rodie, and Port Rodie in around 8h 6m.

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