What is the cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Island of Skye?

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Island of Skye is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 10h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Island of Skye?

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Island of Skye is to drive which takes 6h 4m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Island of Skye?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Island of Skye. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Post Office via Stranraer Port Rodie and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Island of Skye?

The distance between Portpatrick and Island of Skye is 284 miles. The road distance is 299.5 miles.

How do I travel from Portpatrick to Island of Skye without a car?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Island of Skye without a car is to Bus via Glasgow which takes 10h 40m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Portpatrick to Island of Skye?

It takes approximately 10h 40m to get from Portpatrick to Island of Skye, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Island of Skye bus from?

Portpatrick to Island of Skye bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Where does the Portpatrick to Island of Skye bus arrive?

Portpatrick to Island of Skye bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Island of Skye?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Island of Skye is 300 miles. It takes approximately 6h 4m to drive from Portpatrick to Island of Skye.

Where can I stay near Island of Skye?

There are 355+ hotels available in Island of Skye.

Portpatrick to Island of Skye - 4 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Portpatrick to Island of Skye 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 Post Office915
10h 40m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Post Office915
10h 40m
£37–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Spean Bridge
4. Take the bus from Spean Crescent to Post Office915
12h 2m
£95–127
Drive 297.8 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Portree297.8 mi
6h 4m
£75–107

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Distance: 282.1 mi
Duration: 10h 40m

What companies run services between Portpatrick, Scotland and Island of Skye, Highland, Scotland?

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Post Office via Cross, Stranraer Port Rodie, Glasgow Buchanan, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 10h 40m.

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