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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Portpatrick is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Portpatrick is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling and Portpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling to Portpatrick. However, there are services departing from Library and arriving at Post Office via Park and Ride, Glasgow Buchanan and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Stirling to Portpatrick?

The distance between Stirling and Portpatrick is 138 miles. The road distance is 118.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Portpatrick without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Stirling to Portpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Portpatrick bus from?

Stirling to Portpatrick bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Park and Ride station.

Train or bus from Stirling to Portpatrick?

The best way to get from Stirling to Portpatrick is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Park and Ride, which costs and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Stirling to Portpatrick bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stirling to Portpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Portpatrick is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Stirling to Portpatrick.

Where can I stay near Portpatrick?

There are 42+ hotels available in Portpatrick.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Stirling 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
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
5h 38m
£56–103
Drive 118 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stirling to Portpatrickcar 118 mi
2h 25m
£29–42
Bus via Park and Ride
1. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
5h 46m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X36 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
6h 18m

Stirling to Portpatrick by train, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

5h 38mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Stirling to Portpatrick.

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Distance: 136.8 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Stirling, Scotland and Portpatrick, Scotland?

You can take a train from Stirling to Post Office via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie in around 5h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Library to Post Office via Park and Ride, Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan, Stranraer Port Rodie, and Port Rodie in around 5h 46m.

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