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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Portpatrick is to bus which costs £14 - £21 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Portpatrick is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Portpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Portpatrick. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Post Office via Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Scotland to Portpatrick?

The distance between Scotland and Portpatrick is 96 miles. The road distance is 92.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Portpatrick without a car is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs £14 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Scotland to Portpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Portpatrick bus from?

Scotland to Portpatrick bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Portpatrick?

The best way to get from Scotland to Portpatrick is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs £14 - £21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Scotland to Portpatrick bus arrive?

Scotland to Portpatrick bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Port Rodie station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Portpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Portpatrick is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Scotland to Portpatrick.

Where can I stay near Portpatrick?

There are 178+ hotels available in Portpatrick.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Scotland to Portpatrick by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
3h 25m
£14–21
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to AyrGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to StranraerAyr - Stranraer / ...
4h 12m
£24–37
Drive 91.6 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Portpatrick91.6 mi
1h 56m
£23–33
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Sauchiehall Lane to Ayr Bus Station4
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Street60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Port Rodie358 / ...
5h 46m
£15–23

Scotland to Portpatrick by bus

154Weekly Buses

3h 25mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.5 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Scotland and Portpatrick, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie hourly. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Glasgow Central to Post Office via Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie in around 4h 12m.

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