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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Portpatrick is to train and bus which costs £55 - £170 and takes 14h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Portpatrick is to drive which takes 6h 57m and costs £95 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Portpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Portpatrick. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Post Office via Heathrow Terminal 5, Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 14m.

How far is it from Reading to Portpatrick?

The distance between Reading and Portpatrick is 490 miles. The road distance is 393.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Portpatrick without a car is to train and bus via Glasgow which takes 11h 49m and costs £75 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 11h 49m to get from Reading to Portpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Portpatrick bus from?

Reading to Portpatrick bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where does the Reading to Portpatrick bus arrive?

Reading to Portpatrick bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Can I drive from Reading to Portpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Portpatrick is 394 miles. It takes approximately 6h 57m to drive from Reading to Portpatrick.

Where can I stay near Portpatrick?

There are 172+ hotels available in Portpatrick.

Reading to Portpatrick - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Reading to Portpatrick by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Glasgow Central
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
11h 49m
£77–311
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
14h 30m
£58–166
Drive 391.5 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Portpatrick391.5 mi
6h 57m
£99–143
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
8h 38m
£120–341
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Buchanan Bus Station802
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
15h 14m
£85–131
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
8h 48m
£133–400
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LGW - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
9h 13m
£90–191
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)SOU - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
8h 16m
£88–244
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LTN - GLA
4. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
5. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
9h 9m
£92–246
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
5. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
9h 30m
£117–329

Reading to Portpatrick by train, foot, and bus

51Weekly Services

11h 49mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 487.5 mi
Duration: 11h 49m

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You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Post Office via Heathrow Terminal 5, Buchanan Bus Station, and Port Rodie in around 15h 14m.

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