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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Portpatrick is to bus via Clackmannan which costs £22 - £35 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Portpatrick is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcaldy and Portpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcaldy station to Portpatrick. However, there are services departing from Railway Station Stance A and arriving at Post Office via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Portpatrick?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Portpatrick is 178 miles. The road distance is 143.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Portpatrick without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 6h 39m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Kirkcaldy to Portpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcaldy to Portpatrick bus from?

Kirkcaldy to Portpatrick bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Railway Station Stance A.

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to Portpatrick?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Portpatrick is to train via Glasgow which takes 6h 39m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Kirkcaldy to Portpatrick bus arrive?

Kirkcaldy to Portpatrick bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Portpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Portpatrick is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Kirkcaldy to Portpatrick.

Where can I stay near Portpatrick?

There are 183+ hotels available in Portpatrick.

Kirkcaldy to Portpatrick - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Kirkcaldy 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 via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
6h 39m
£44–109
Bus via Clackmannan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station Stance A to North Approach Roadbus X27
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
7h 7m
£22–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
6h 51m
Drive 142.6 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Portpatrickcar 142.6 mi
2h 57m
£34–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
7h 5m
£34–100
Train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
7h 12m
£44–115

Kirkcaldy to Portpatrick by train, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

6h 39mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

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

You can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Post Office via Haymarket, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kirkcaldy to South Crescent via Haymarket, Haymarket Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan, Stranraer Port Rodie, and Port Rodie in around 6h 51m.

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