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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Chester is to bus which costs £50 - £90 and takes 10h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Chester is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Chester. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Port Rodie, Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 19m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Chester?

The distance between Portpatrick and Chester is 345 miles. The road distance is 245.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Chester without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 8h 19m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 8h 19m to get from Portpatrick to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Chester bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Chester?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Chester is to train via Ayr which takes 8h 19m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 10h 19m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Chester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Chester is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Portpatrick to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 945+ hotels available in Chester.

Portpatrick to Chester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Portpatrick to Chester 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 via Ayr
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quay
8h 19m
£39–127
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow CentralStranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank QuayGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
8h 24m
£29–117
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
3. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchange
10h 19m
£55–89
Drive 243.9 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Chester243.9 mi
4h 22m
£61–88
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Liverpool Lime Street
3. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Chester Bus Interchange1 / ...
10h 49m

Portpatrick to Chester by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

8h 19mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 342.6 mi
Duration: 8h 19m

What companies run services between Portpatrick, Scotland and Chester, England?

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Chester via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Warrington Bank Quay in around 8h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Chester Bus Interchange via Cross, Port Rodie, Buchanan Bus Station, and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 10h 19m.

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