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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Ardrossan is to bus and line 585 bus via Girvan which costs £12 - £21 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Ardrossan is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Ardrossan?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Ardrossan. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Inches Road via Stranraer Port Rodie and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Ardrossan?

The distance between Portpatrick and Ardrossan is 87 miles. The road distance is 77.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Ardrossan without a car is to line 367 bus and train and line 11 bus which takes 4h 1m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Portpatrick to Ardrossan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Ardrossan bus from?

Portpatrick to Ardrossan bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Where does the Portpatrick to Ardrossan bus arrive?

Portpatrick to Ardrossan bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Ardrossan?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Ardrossan is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Portpatrick to Ardrossan.

Where can I stay near Ardrossan?

There are 588+ hotels available in Ardrossan.

Portpatrick to Ardrossan - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 367 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Portpatrick to Ardrossan 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.

Line 367 bus, train, line 11 bus
best
1. Take the bus from South Crescent to Crossbus 367
2. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Kilwinningtrain
4. Take the bus from Coodham Place to Hill Streetbus 11 / ...
4h 1m
Bus, line 585 bus via Girvan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Inches Roadbus 585
5h 10m
£12–20
Bus, line 585 bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Ayrbus 923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Inches Roadbus 585
4h 35m
Drive 77.4 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Ardrossancar 77.4 mi
1h 39m
£19–28

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portpatrick to Ardrossan.

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Distance: 86.6 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Inches Road via Cross, Stranraer Port Rodie, Ayr, and Ayr Bus Station in around 4h 35m.

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