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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Falkirk is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Falkirk is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Falkirk station. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Grahamston Station via Stranraer Port Rodie and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Falkirk?

The distance between Portpatrick and Falkirk is 130 miles. The road distance is 115.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Falkirk without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Portpatrick to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Falkirk bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Falkirk is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can Bus via Glasgow, which costs and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Falkirk bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Falkirk is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Portpatrick to Falkirk.

Where can I stay near Falkirk?

There are 833+ hotels available in Falkirk.

Portpatrick to Falkirk - 4 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Portpatrick to Falkirk 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 AyrStranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 46m
£33–46
Drive 115.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Falkirk115.1 mi
2h 21m
£29–42
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston StationX37
5h 39m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston StationX37
5h 39m

Portpatrick to Falkirk by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

4h 46mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.4 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Falkirk High via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Grahamston Station via Cross, Stranraer Port Rodie, Glasgow Buchanan, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 39m.

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