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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Edinburgh is to train which costs £12 - £40 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Princes Street via Stranraer Port Rodie and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Edinburgh?

The distance between Portpatrick and Edinburgh is 156 miles. The road distance is 131.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 5h 16m and costs £35 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Portpatrick to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Edinburgh is to train via Glasgow which takes 5h 16m and costs £35 - £50. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Edinburgh is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Portpatrick to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2557+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Portpatrick to Edinburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Portpatrick to Edinburgh 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 Glasgow
best
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 Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 16m
£39–48
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
5h 54m
£12–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
5h 19m
Drive 130.8 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Edinburghcar 130.8 mi
2h 48m
£32–47
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 49m
£23–48
Bus via Dumfries
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the bus from Whitesands to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
8h 3m

Portpatrick to Edinburgh by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

5h 16mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portpatrick to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 154.6 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Edinburgh Waverley via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Princes Street via Cross, Stranraer Port Rodie, Glasgow Buchanan, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 19m.

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