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 you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Central station to Ayr station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 358 bus and finally take the 367 bus from Port Rodie, Stranraer station to Post Office, Portpatrick station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 27 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.

267min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 358358
Bus - 367367
Walk to Portpatrick
Leaves from Glasgow Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Central
    630 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Ayr
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ayr
    51 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Smith Street, Ayr
    ID 6190272
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 358358
    Wait for bus
    358
    Stranraer
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Port Rodie, Stranraer
    ID 680000088504
    131 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Port Rodie, Stranraer
    ID 680000088507
    30 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 367367
    Wait for bus
    367
    Portpatrick
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Post Office, Portpatrick
    ID 680000277508
    19 min
  • 10
    Walk to Portpatrick
    Walk to
    Portpatrick
    Main Street
    90 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Glasgow to Portpatrick

The distance between Glasgow and Portpatrick is approximately 174.51 km, which can typically be travelled in 267 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Glasgow to Portpatrick by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Portpatrick – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Glasgow to Portpatrick

To check the bus and train timetable 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 267 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 358, Bus line 367.

  • Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Portpatrick?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from Glasgow to Portpatrick?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Glasgow Central station near Glasgow in Glasgow to Ayr station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Ayr station near Portpatrick.

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

    The total travel time between Glasgow and Portpatrick by train and bus is about 4 hr 27 min.

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

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

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

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

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