What is the cheapest way to get from South Shields to Portpatrick?

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Portpatrick is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 11h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Shields to Portpatrick?

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Portpatrick is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Portpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Portpatrick. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Post Office via Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 7m.

How far is it from South Shields to Portpatrick?

The distance between South Shields and Portpatrick is 190 miles. The road distance is 171.2 miles.

How do I travel from South Shields to Portpatrick without a car?

The best way to get from South Shields to Portpatrick without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 27m and costs .

How long does it take to get from South Shields to Portpatrick?

It takes approximately 8h 27m to get from South Shields to Portpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Portpatrick bus from?

South Shields to Portpatrick bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Interchange station.

Train or bus from South Shields to Portpatrick?

The best way to get from South Shields to Portpatrick is to train which takes 8h 58m and costs £75 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 11h 7m.

Where does the South Shields to Portpatrick bus arrive?

South Shields to Portpatrick bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Portpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Portpatrick is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from South Shields to Portpatrick.

Where can I stay near Portpatrick?

There are 192+ hotels available in Portpatrick.

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

There are 4 ways to get from South Shields to Portpatrick 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
8h 27m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
11h 7m
£29–47
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
8h 58m
£75–213
Drive 170.2 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Portpatrickcar 170.2 mi
3h 22m
£43–62

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from South Shields to Portpatrick.

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Distance: 189.3 mi
Duration: 8h 27m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Portpatrick, Scotland?

You can take a subway from South Shields to Post Office via Central Station, Newcastle, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie in around 8h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange to Post Office via Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station, and Port Rodie in around 11h 7m.

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