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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Braemar is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Braemar is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Braemar?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Braemar. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Invercauld Arms Hotel via Stranraer Port Rodie, Buchanan Bus Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Braemar?

The distance between Portpatrick and Braemar is 232 miles. The road distance is 198.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Braemar without a car is to Bus which takes 8h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 39m to get from Portpatrick to Braemar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Braemar bus from?

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

Where does the Portpatrick to Braemar bus arrive?

Portpatrick to Braemar bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Braemar?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Braemar is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Portpatrick to Braemar.

Where can I stay near Braemar?

There are 137+ hotels available in Braemar.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portpatrick to Braemar 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgate
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Invercauld Arms HotelE11
8h 39m
Drive 197.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Braemar197.3 mi
3h 55m
£49–71
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundee
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Invercauld Arms HotelE11
8h 55m
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgate
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Invercauld Arms HotelE11
8h 39m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundee
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Invercauld Arms HotelE11
8h 52m

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Distance: 230.9 mi
Duration: 8h 39m

What companies run services between Portpatrick, Scotland and Braemar, Aberdeenshire, Scotland?

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Invercauld Arms Hotel via Cross, Stranraer Port Rodie, Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Railway Station in around 8h 39m.

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