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

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Stirling is to bus via Bus Station which costs £19 - £29 and takes 5h 52m.

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 26m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Stirling?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Stirling. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Islamic Centre via Stranraer Port Rodie and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

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 53m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m 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 53m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 5h 3m.

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 26m to drive from Portpatrick to Stirling.

Where can I stay near Stirling?

There are 612+ 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 Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain
4h 53m
£57–103
Bus via Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X36 / ...
5h 52m
£20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Islamic Centrebus M8
5h 3m
Drive 118.4 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Stirlingcar 118.4 mi
2h 26m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
4h 57m
£56–98

Portpatrick to Stirling by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

4h 53mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.2 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Islamic Centre via Cross, Stranraer Port Rodie, Glasgow Buchanan, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 3m.

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