What is the cheapest way to get from Stirling Castle to Portree?

The cheapest way to get from Stirling Castle to Portree is to bus which costs £22 - £50 and takes 7h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stirling Castle to Portree?

The fastest way to get from Stirling Castle to Portree is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling Castle and Portree?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling Castle to Portree. However, there are services departing from Stirling Erskine House and arriving at Skye Candles Visitor Centre Road End via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Stirling Castle to Portree?

The distance between Stirling Castle and Portree is 209 miles. The road distance is 204.8 miles.

How do I travel from Stirling Castle to Portree without a car?

The best way to get from Stirling Castle to Portree without a car is to bus via Fort William which takes 7h 12m and costs £18 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Stirling Castle to Portree?

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Stirling Castle to Portree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling Castle to Portree bus from?

Stirling Castle to Portree bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Stirling Erskine House station.

Where does the Stirling Castle to Portree bus arrive?

Stirling Castle to Portree bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Fort William station.

Can I drive from Stirling Castle to Portree?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling Castle to Portree is 205 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Stirling Castle to Portree.

Where can I stay near Portree?

There are 433+ hotels available in Portree.

Stirling Castle to Portree - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Stirling Castle to Portree 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 via Fort William
best
1. Take the bus from Stirling Erskine House to Fort Williambus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Skye Candles Visitor Centre Road Endbus 915
7h 12m
£18–82
Train, bus via Glenelg
1. Take the train from Stirling to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalshtrain
3. Take the bus from Harbour Slipway to Somerled Squarebus 917 / ...
9h
£46–125
Drive 203.7 mi
1. Drive from Stirling Castle to Portreecar 203.7 mi
4h 14m
£49–71
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stirling to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Squarebus 917
7h 33m
£37–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Park and Ridebus
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Bus Station Stance 3bus M10 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Squarebus 917
7h 59m
£23–50

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stirling Castle to Portree.

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Distance: 207.9 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

What companies run services between Stirling Castle, Scotland and Portree, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Stirling Castle to Skye Candles Visitor Centre Road End via Stirling Erskine House, Fort William, and Bus Station in around 7h 12m.

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