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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Manchester is to drive which costs £55 - £80 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Manchester is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Manchester. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Stranraer Port Rodie and Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Manchester?

The distance between Portpatrick and Manchester is 330 miles. The road distance is 224.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Manchester without a car is to train via Lancaster which takes 7h 47m and costs £120 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Portpatrick to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Manchester bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Manchester?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Manchester is to train via Lancaster which takes 7h 47m and costs £120 - £230. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Manchester is 225 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Portpatrick to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3625+ hotels available in Manchester.

Portpatrick to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Portpatrick to Manchester by train, bus, 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.

Train via Lancaster
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancastertrain
4. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
7h 47m
£121–230
Drive 223.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Manchestercar 223.3 mi
4h 2m
£56–80
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
7h 59m
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
8h 13m
£118–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
8h 59m

Portpatrick to Manchester by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

7h 47mAverage Duration

£121Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portpatrick to Manchester.

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Distance: 328.4 mi
Duration: 7h 47m

What companies run services between Portpatrick, Scotland and Manchester, England?

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Manchester Oxford Road via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Lancaster in around 7h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Cross, Stranraer Port Rodie, Glasgow Buchanan, and Glasgow in around 8h 59m.

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