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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcudbright to Portree is to bus which costs £40 - £65 and takes 12h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcudbright to Portree is to drive which takes 5h 55m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkcudbright and Portree?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkcudbright to Portree. However, there are services departing from Harbour Square and arriving at Somerled Square via Maxwell Arms, Whitesands and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 34m.

How far is it from Kirkcudbright to Portree?

The distance between Kirkcudbright and Portree is 341 miles. The road distance is 297.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcudbright to Portree without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 50m and costs £50 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 11h 50m to get from Kirkcudbright to Portree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkcudbright to Portree bus from?

Kirkcudbright to Portree bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Whitesands station.

Where does the Kirkcudbright to Portree bus arrive?

Kirkcudbright to Portree bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kirkcudbright to Portree?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcudbright to Portree is 298 miles. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from Kirkcudbright to Portree.

Where can I stay near Portree?

There are 416+ hotels available in Portree.

Kirkcudbright to Portree - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kirkcudbright to Portree 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow CentralCarlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Somerled Square915
11h 50m
£54–69
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Whitesands to Buchanan Bus StationX74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Somerled Square915
12h 34m
£41–61
Drive 295.8 mi
1. Drive from Kirkcudbright to Portree295.8 mi
5h 55m
£74–107
Train, bus via Inverness
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Inverness
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square917
12h 54m
£63–117

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 339.2 mi
Duration: 11h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Harbour Square to Somerled Square via Maxwell Arms, Loreburne Centre, Whitesands, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 34m.

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