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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £18 - £29 and takes 5h 21m.

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 21m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Edinburgh?

The distance between Portpatrick and Edinburgh is 142 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 Bus via Glasgow which takes 5h 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m 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 Bus via Glasgow which takes 5h 21m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Ayr, which costs £23 - £50 and takes 5h 50m.

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 2491+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portpatrick to Edinburgh 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 via Glasgow
best
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
5h 21m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
5h 21m
£19–28
Train via Ayr
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 Edinburgh Waverley
5h 50m
£23–49
Drive 130.8 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Edinburgh130.8 mi
2h 48m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow CentralStranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
5h 54m
£20–37

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 141.6 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

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 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Edinburgh Waverley via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 50m.

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