What is the cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Portree?

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Portree is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 9h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stranraer to Portree?

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Portree is to drive which takes 5h 53m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Portree?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Portree. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Skye Candles Visitor Centre Road End via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 54m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Portree?

The distance between Stranraer and Portree is 300 miles. The road distance is 292.9 miles.

How do I travel from Stranraer to Portree without a car?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Portree without a car is to bus which takes 9h 54m and costs £35 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Stranraer to Portree?

It takes approximately 9h 54m to get from Stranraer to Portree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Portree bus from?

Stranraer to Portree bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Where does the Stranraer to Portree bus arrive?

Stranraer to Portree bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Portree?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Portree is 293 miles. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Stranraer to Portree.

Where can I stay near Portree?

There are 417+ hotels available in Portree.

Stranraer to Portree - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Portree by bus, car, or train

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 Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 915
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Skye Candles Visitor Centre Road Endbus 915
9h 54m
£40–55
Drive 291.2 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Portreecar 291.2 mi
5h 53m
£72–103
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Streetbus E8
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Squarebus 917
10h 37m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Fort Williamtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Skye Candles Visitor Centre Road Endbus 915
11h 38m

Stranraer to Portree by bus

108Weekly Buses

9h 54mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 298.7 mi
Duration: 9h 54m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Portree, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Port Rodie to Skye Candles Visitor Centre Road End via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station in around 9h 54m.

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