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

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

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 31m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Motherwell?

The distance between Portpatrick and Motherwell is 110 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 Bus which takes 4h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m 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 Bus which takes 4h 31m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Ayr, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 4h 34m.

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 222+ hotels available in Motherwell.

Portpatrick to Motherwell - 4 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Portpatrick to Motherwell 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
4h 31m
Drive 95.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Motherwellcar 95.8 mi
2h 7m
£24–34
Train via Ayr
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain Stranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 34m
£46–91
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
4h 38m
£45–86

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portpatrick to Motherwell.

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Distance: 109.4 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

Translink operates a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Motherwell via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, and Glasgow Central in around 4h 34m.

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