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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Kilmarnock is to bus and line 4 bus which costs £12 - £20 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Church Street via Port Rodie and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Portpatrick and Kilmarnock is 82 miles. The road distance is 69.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Kilmarnock without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £20 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Portpatrick to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Kilmarnock bus from?

Portpatrick to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Kilmarnock is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £20 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £20 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Kilmarnock is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Portpatrick to Kilmarnock.

Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 510+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

Portpatrick to Kilmarnock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Portpatrick to Kilmarnock by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to KilmarnockStranraer - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 19m
£20–50
Bus, line 4 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Henrietta Street360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Station60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Church Street4
4h 52m
£12–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Church StreetX77k / ...
4h 17m
£13–19
Drive 69.4 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Kilmarnock69.4 mi
1h 32m
£18–26

Portpatrick to Kilmarnock by bus, foot, and train

12Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 82 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Kilmarnock twice daily. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Church Street via Cross, Port Rodie, and Ayr Bus Station in around 4h 17m.

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