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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Ayr is to bus via Henrietta Street which costs £9 - £15 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Ayr is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Ayr?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Ayr station. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Ayr Bus Station via Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Ayr?

The distance between Portpatrick and Ayr is 67 miles. The road distance is 57.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Ayr without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £16 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Portpatrick to Ayr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Ayr bus from?

Portpatrick to Ayr bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Ayr?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Ayr is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £16 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £15 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Ayr bus arrive?

Portpatrick to Ayr bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Ayr Bus Station.

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Ayr is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Portpatrick to Ayr.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 495+ hotels available in Ayr.

Portpatrick to Ayr - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Portpatrick to Ayr 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 Stranraer to AyrStranraer - Ayr / ...
2h 51m
£16–17
Bus via Henrietta Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Henrietta Street360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Station60 / ...
3h 39m
£9–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Station923
3h 4m
£10–15
Drive 57.2 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Ayr57.2 mi
1h 20m
£15–21

Portpatrick to Ayr by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

2h 51mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 66.4 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Ayr 5 times a day. Tickets cost £16–17 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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