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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Motherwell is to train which costs £12 - £27 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Motherwell is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Motherwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at High Road via Stranraer Port Rodie and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Motherwell?

The distance between Portpatrick and Motherwell is 121 miles. The road distance is 96.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Motherwell without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 4h 37m and costs £23 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Portpatrick to Motherwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Motherwell bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Motherwell?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Motherwell is to train via Ayr which takes 4h 37m and costs £23 - £40. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Motherwell bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Motherwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Motherwell is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Portpatrick to Motherwell.

Where can I stay near Motherwell?

There are 1223+ hotels available in Motherwell.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portpatrick to Motherwell 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 Ayr
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain Stranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 37m
£23–37
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
4h 42m
£12–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
4h 39m
Drive 95.8 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Motherwellcar 95.8 mi
2h 7m
£24–34
Bus, line 240 bus
1. Take the bus from Cross to Ayr Bus Stationbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Pollock Streetbus 240
6h 32m

Portpatrick to Motherwell by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portpatrick to Motherwell.

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Distance: 120.5 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Motherwell via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, and Glasgow Central in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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