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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Dundee is to bus via Ayr which costs £23 - £35 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Dundee is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Dundee?

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

How far is it from Portpatrick to Dundee?

The distance between Portpatrick and Dundee is 179 miles. The road distance is 167.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Dundee without a car is to Bus which takes 6h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Portpatrick to Dundee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Dundee bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Dundee?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Dundee is to Bus which takes 6h and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Ayr, which costs £80 - £160 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Dundee bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Dundee?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Dundee is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Portpatrick to Dundee.

Where can I stay near Dundee?

There are 953+ hotels available in Dundee.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portpatrick to Dundee 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 Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
6h
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cross to Ayr Bus Stationbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Dundee stationbus
7h 16m
£24–35
Train via Ayr
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain
6h 21m
£85–152
Drive 166.4 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Dundeecar 166.4 mi
3h 22m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
6h 25m
£79–145

Portpatrick to Dundee by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

6h 21mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portpatrick to Dundee.

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Distance: 178.3 mi
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Overgate via Cross, Stranraer Port Rodie, Glasgow Buchanan, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Dundee via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, Waterloo Lane, Bath Street, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 21m.

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