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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Prestwick is to bus via Girvan which costs £11 - £19 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Prestwick is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Kyle Street via Port Rodie and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Prestwick?

The distance between Portpatrick and Prestwick is 70 miles. The road distance is 60.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Prestwick without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Portpatrick to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Prestwick bus from?

Portpatrick to Prestwick bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Prestwick is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £19 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Prestwick bus arrive?

Portpatrick to Prestwick bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Ayr Bus Station.

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Prestwick is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Portpatrick to Prestwick.

Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 504+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Portpatrick to Prestwick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Portpatrick to Prestwick 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
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Prestwick TownStranraer - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 59m
£17–40
Bus via Girvan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Henrietta Street360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Station60 / ...
3h 56m
£11–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Station923
3h 21m
£12–18
Drive 60.3 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Prestwick60.3 mi
1h 22m
£16–22

Portpatrick to Prestwick by bus, foot, and train

12Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 69.4 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Prestwick Town twice daily. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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