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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Portree is to bus via Ayr which costs £35 - £60 and takes 11h 42m.

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 Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Somerled Square via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 45m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Portree?

The distance between Stranraer and Portree is 302 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 10h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 10h 45m 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 Translink, depart from Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Where does the Stranraer to Portree bus arrive?

Stranraer to Portree bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan 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 165+ hotels available in Portree.

Stranraer to Portree - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer 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
best
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 915
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Somerled Squarebus 915
10h 45m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cross to Ayr Bus Stationbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 915
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Somerled Squarebus 915
11h 42m
£39–56
Train, bus via Ayr
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Spean Bridgetrain
4. Take the bus from Spean Crescent to Somerled Squarebus 915
11h 15m
£82–143
Drive 291.2 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Portreecar 291.2 mi
5h 53m
£71–103
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Fort Williamtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Somerled Squarebus 915
11h 51m
£85–144

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Portree.

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Distance: 299.9 mi
Duration: 10h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Somerled Square via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 45m.

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