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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Stirling is to bus via Park and Ride which costs £17 - £27 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Stirling is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Stirling?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Stirling station. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Stirling Goosecroft Bus Station via Stranraer Port Rodie and Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Stirling?

The distance between Portpatrick and Stirling is 138 miles. The road distance is 119.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Stirling without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 4h 55m and costs £30 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Portpatrick to Stirling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Stirling bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Stirling?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Stirling is to train via Ayr which takes 4h 55m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Stirling bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Stirling?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Stirling is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Portpatrick to Stirling.

Where can I stay near Stirling?

There are 561+ hotels available in Stirling.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portpatrick to Stirling 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 Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirling
4h 55m
£33–42
Bus via Park and Ride
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and RideUk091
5h 3m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 to Stirling Goosecroft Bus Stationmegabus M9 / ...
4h 57m
Drive 118.4 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Stirling118.4 mi
2h 25m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow CentralStranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to StirlingGlasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
5h
£23–31

Portpatrick to Stirling by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.2 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Stirling via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Stirling Goosecroft Bus Station via Cross, Stranraer Port Rodie, Glasgow Buchanan, and Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 in around 4h 57m.

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