What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Portree?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Portree is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 8h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Portree?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Portree is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Portree?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Portree. However, there are services departing from Mill Road and arriving at Somerled Square via Kilmarnock Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

How far is it from Irvine to Portree?

The distance between Irvine and Portree is 251 miles. The road distance is 229.2 miles.

How do I travel from Irvine to Portree without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Portree without a car is to bus which takes 8h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Portree?

It takes approximately 8h 56m to get from Irvine to Portree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Portree bus from?

Irvine to Portree bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Irvine to Portree bus arrive?

Irvine to Portree bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Somerled Square station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Portree?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Portree is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Irvine to Portree.

Where can I stay near Portree?

There are 382+ hotels available in Portree.

Irvine to Portree - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Irvine to Portree 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 Buchanan Bus Station to Somerled Square915
8h 56m
£36–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Irvine to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
3. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square917
9h 42m
£40–98
Drive 227.8 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Portree227.8 mi
4h 35m
£57–82

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Distance: 249.9 mi
Duration: 8h 56m

What companies run services between Irvine, Scotland and Portree, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Somerled Square twice daily. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 6h 36m.

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