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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Livingston is to train which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Livingston is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Livingston?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Livingston. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Deer Park via Stranraer Port Rodie and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Livingston?

The distance between Portpatrick and Livingston is 129 miles. The road distance is 119.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Livingston without a car is to Bus which takes 4h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Portpatrick to Livingston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Livingston bus from?

Portpatrick to Livingston bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Livingston?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Livingston is to Bus which takes 4h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Ayr, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Livingston bus arrive?

Portpatrick to Livingston bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Livingston?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Livingston is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Portpatrick to Livingston.

Where can I stay near Livingston?

There are 2444+ hotels available in Livingston.

Portpatrick to Livingston - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Portpatrick to Livingston 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 Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Deer Parkbus Uk090
4h 45m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Livingston Northtrain Dalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
5h 31m
£20–34
Train via Ayr
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Livingston Northtrain
5h 26m
£31–44
Drive 118.4 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Livingstoncar 118.4 mi
2h 29m
£29–42
Bus via Fastlink
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Fastlinkbus 902
5h 47m

Portpatrick to Livingston by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

5h 26mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portpatrick to Livingston.

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Distance: 128.3 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Deer Park via Cross, Stranraer Port Rodie, Glasgow Buchanan, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Livingston North via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 5h 26m.

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