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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Portpatrick is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Portpatrick is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Portpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Portpatrick. However, there are services departing from Canal Street and arriving at Post Office via Glasgow Buchanan and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Perth to Portpatrick?

The distance between Perth and Portpatrick is 171 miles. The road distance is 149.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Portpatrick without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Perth to Portpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Portpatrick bus from?

Perth to Portpatrick bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, depart from Canal Street station.

Train or bus from Perth to Portpatrick?

The best way to get from Perth to Portpatrick is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Perth to Portpatrick bus arrive?

Perth to Portpatrick bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Perth to Portpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Portpatrick is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Perth to Portpatrick.

Where can I stay near Portpatrick?

There are 210+ hotels available in Portpatrick.

Perth to Portpatrick - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Perth 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 Perth to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
6h 5m
£70–141
Drive 149 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Perth to Portpatrickcar 149 mi
2h 59m
£37–54
Train, Bus
1. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
6h 16m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canal Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
6h 44m
Bus via Dumfries
1. Take the bus from Perth station to George Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Stance 1bus 102 / ...
3. Take the bus from Stance 5 to Port Rodiebus 500
9h 59m

Perth to Portpatrick by train, bus, and foot

35Weekly Services

6h 5mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Perth to Portpatrick.

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Distance: 169.6 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Perth to Post Office via Glasgow Queen Street, West George Street, Central Station, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Canal Street to Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan, Stranraer Port Rodie, and Port Rodie in around 6h 44m.

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