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How to get from Glasgow to Portpatrick by bus and train?

From Glasgow to Portpatrick by bus and train

To get from Glasgow to Portpatrick in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Central station to Ayr station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the 367 bus from Port Rodie, Stranraer station to South Crescent, Portpatrick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 1 min. The bus and train schedule from Glasgow may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Portpatrick on the Moovit app.

241min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 367367
Leaves from Glasgow Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Central
    900 m • 12 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Ayr
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ayr
    53 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Stranraer
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stranraer
    85 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Port Rodie, Stranraer
    ID 680000088507
    480 m • 7 min
  • 7
    Bus - 367367
    Wait for bus
    367
    Portpatrick
  • 8
    Ride to bus station South Crescent, Portpatrick
    Ride to bus station
    South Crescent, Portpatrick
    ID 680000277111
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Glasgow to Portpatrick

The distance between Glasgow, Scotland and Portpatrick, Scotland is approximately 176.15 km, which can typically be travelled in 241 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Glasgow to Portpatrick by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Glasgow to Portpatrick

To check the bus and train schedule from Glasgow to Portpatrick using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Glasgow) and destination (Portpatrick), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Portpatrick?

    The fastest way takes 241 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 367.

  • Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Portpatrick in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 1 min.

  • Which train line goes from Glasgow to Portpatrick in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Glasgow Central station near Glasgow to Ayr station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Ayr station near Portpatrick in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Glasgow to Portpatrick in Scotland by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Glasgow and Portpatrick in Scotland by train and bus is about 4 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Glasgow to get to Portpatrick in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Glasgow Central station near Glasgow in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Glasgow and Portpatrick in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Ayr stop, which is closest to Portpatrick in Scotland.