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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Dumfries is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Dumfries is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Academy Street via Port Rodie and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Dumfries?

The distance between Portpatrick and Dumfries is 140 miles. The road distance is 71.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Portpatrick to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Dumfries bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Dumfries?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Dumfries is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Dumfries bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Dumfries is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Portpatrick to Dumfries.

Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 388+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Portpatrick to Dumfries - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 43 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Portpatrick to Dumfries 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 KilmarnockStranraer - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to DumfriesGlasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
5h 23m
£43–69
Drive 71.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Dumfries71.3 mi
1h 26m
£18–26
Bus, line 43 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Well Road43 / ...
3. Take the train from Auchinleck to Dumfries
6h 3m
£26–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Academy StreetX74
6h 32m
£26–36
Bus via New Cumnock
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Ayr923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Castle Primary school43 / ...
3. Take the bus from Castle Primary school to Whitesands246
7h 14m

Portpatrick to Dumfries by bus, foot, and train

12Weekly Services

5h 23mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139.7 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Dumfries via Cross, Stranraer, and Kilmarnock in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Academy Street via Cross, Port Rodie, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 32m.

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