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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Helensburgh is to bus via Glasgow which costs £23 - £30 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Helensburgh is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £28 - £45.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Helensburgh?

The distance between Portpatrick and Helensburgh is 119 miles. The road distance is 111.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Helensburgh without a car is to Bus which takes 5h 8m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Portpatrick to Helensburgh, including transfers.

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Helensburgh?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Helensburgh is to Bus which takes 5h 8m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £40 and takes 5h 12m.

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Helensburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Helensburgh is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Portpatrick to Helensburgh.

Where can I stay near Helensburgh?

There are 754+ hotels available in Helensburgh.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Portpatrick to Helensburgh 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
best
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
5h 8m
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
5h 9m
£24–30
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to AyrStranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 12m
£31–40
Drive 111 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Helensburgh111 mi
2h 22m
£28–41

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 118.2 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

Translink operates a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Helensburgh Central via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 5h 12m.

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