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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Greenock is to bus which costs £20 - £27 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Greenock is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Greenock?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Greenock. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at West Stewart Street via Stranraer Port Rodie and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Greenock?

The distance between Portpatrick and Greenock is 117 miles. The road distance is 100 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Greenock without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 4h 34m and costs £34 - £37.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Portpatrick to Greenock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Greenock bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Greenock?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Greenock is to train via Ayr which takes 4h 34m and costs £34 - £37. Alternatively, you can Bus via Glasgow, which costs and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Greenock bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Greenock?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Greenock is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Portpatrick to Greenock.

Where can I stay near Greenock?

There are 840+ hotels available in Greenock.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portpatrick to Greenock 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 AyrStranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour StreetAyr - Glasgow Central
4h 34m
£34–37
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow CentralStranraer - Glasgow Central
5h
£21–29
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to West Stewart Street906 / ...
5h 11m
Drive 99.4 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Greenock99.4 mi
2h 7m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to West Stewart Street906 / ...
5h 11m
£21–26

Portpatrick to Greenock by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

4h 34mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.4 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Greenock West via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, and Paisley Gilmour Street in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to West Stewart Street via Cross, Stranraer Port Rodie, Glasgow Buchanan, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 11m.

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