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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Falkirk is to bus which costs £18 - £28 and takes 5h 39m.

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 22m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Municipal Buildings via 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 via Ayr which takes 4h 45m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m 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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Falkirk is to train via Ayr which takes 4h 45m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £28 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Falkirk bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Falkirk is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Portpatrick to Falkirk.

Where can I stay near Falkirk?

There are 884+ hotels available in Falkirk.

Portpatrick to Falkirk - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 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 via Ayr
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain Stranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 45m
£53–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Municipal Buildingsbus X37 / ...
5h 39m
£19–27
Drive 115.1 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Falkirkcar 115.1 mi
2h 22m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
5h 39m
£53–94
Bus via Asda
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Asdabus X37
6h 1m

Portpatrick to Falkirk by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

4h 45mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portpatrick to Falkirk.

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Distance: 129.4 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Municipal Buildings via Cross, Port Rodie, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 39m.

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