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 11h 3m.

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 Ferry Road End via Stranraer Port Rodie and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 3m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Island of Skye?

The distance between Portpatrick and Island of Skye is 297 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 11h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 11h 3m 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 382+ hotels available in Island of Skye.

Portpatrick to Island of Skye - 6 ways to travel via train, Bus, ferry, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Portpatrick to Island of Skye by bus, train, ferry, 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 Ferry Road End915
11h 3m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ferry Road End915
11h 3m
£39–55
Train, bus, ferry
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Kilmarnock
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Public Toilets914 / ...
3. Take the train from Crianlarich to Mallaig
4. Take the ferry from Mallaig to Armadale Ferry Terminal
12h 45m
£62–140
Drive 297.8 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Portree297.8 mi
6h 4m
£74–106
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow CentralStranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ferry Road End915
11h 21m
£39–59
Bus, train, ferry
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Public Toilets914 / ...
3. Take the train from Crianlarich to Mallaig
4. Take the ferry from Mallaig to Armadale Ferry Terminal
12h 25m
£49–104

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portpatrick to Island of Skye.

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Distance: 295.8 mi
Duration: 11h 3m

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

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Ferry Road End via Cross, Stranraer Port Rodie, Glasgow Buchanan, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 11h 3m.

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