What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick is to bus which costs £21 - £50 and takes 8h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle upon Tyne and Portpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick. However, there are services departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

How far is it from Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick?

The distance between Newcastle upon Tyne and Portpatrick is 280 miles. The road distance is 161 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick without a car is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick?

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick bus from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Train or bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 8h 58m.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick bus arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick.

Where can I stay near Portpatrick?

There are 178+ hotels available in Portpatrick.

Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle upon Tyne 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
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
7h 32m
£68–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Buchanan Bus StationUk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
8h 58m
£21–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodie500
7h 34m
Drive 160.1 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick160.1 mi
3h 5m
£39–57

Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick by train, foot, and bus

20Weekly Services

7h 32mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Portpatrick.

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Distance: 278.6 mi
Duration: 7h 32m

What companies run services between Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Portpatrick, Scotland?

You can take a train from Newcastle to Post Office via Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie in around 7h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Dobson Street to Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie in around 8h 58m.

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