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 5h 2m.

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 33m and costs £16 - £25.

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 Stranraer Port Rodie and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

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 £30 - £60.

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 Translink, depart from Stranraer 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 £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Portpatrick to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Kilmarnock is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Portpatrick to Kilmarnock.

Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 521+ 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 Kilmarnocktrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 19m
£30–60
Bus, line 4 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Inglis Waybus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Inglis Way to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Church Streetbus 4
5h 2m
£12–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Ayrbus 923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Church Streetbus X77 / ...
4h 9m
Drive 69.3 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Kilmarnockcar 69.3 mi
1h 33m
£17–25

Portpatrick to Kilmarnock by bus, foot, and train

12Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 81.9 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 £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Church Street via Cross, Stranraer Port Rodie, Ayr, and Ayr Bus Station in around 4h 9m.

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