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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Paisley is to bus and line 26 bus which costs £19 - £26 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Paisley is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Paisley?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Paisley. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at St Mirren Street via Stranraer Port Rodie and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Paisley?

The distance between Portpatrick and Paisley is 101 miles. The road distance is 89.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Paisley without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 48m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Portpatrick to Paisley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Paisley bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Paisley?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Paisley is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 48m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can Bus and line 9 bus, which costs and takes 5h.

Where does the Portpatrick to Paisley bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Paisley?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Paisley is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Portpatrick to Paisley.

Where can I stay near Paisley?

There are 1427+ hotels available in Paisley.

Portpatrick to Paisley - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, line 9 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Portpatrick to Paisley 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 Paisley Gilmour Streettrain Ayr - Glasgow Central
3h 48m
£41–73
Bus, line 26 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cross to Ayr Bus Stationbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo Lanebus X77
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Park Roadbus 26
6h 10m
£20–26
Bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to St Mirren Streetbus 9
5h
Drive 88.9 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Paisleycar 88.9 mi
1h 55m
£22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Barrheadtrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
4h 10m
£46–77

Portpatrick to Paisley by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portpatrick to Paisley.

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Distance: 100.3 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Paisley Gilmour Street via Cross, Stranraer, and Ayr in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to St Mirren Street via Cross, Stranraer Port Rodie, Glasgow Buchanan, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h.

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