The average bus between Helensburgh and Portpatrick takes 8h 13m and the fastest bus takes 5h 18m. The bus service runs several times per day from Helensburgh to Portpatrick. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 3 times a day between Helensburgh and Portpatrick. The earliest departure is at 9:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helensburgh is at 7:16 PM which arrives into Portpatrick at 8:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and take an average of 8h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Helensburgh to Portpatrick? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh to Portpatrick. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Portpatrick station via Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.
Helensburgh to Portpatrick bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.
Helensburgh to Portpatrick bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Port Rodie station.
The distance between Helensburgh and Portpatrick is 131.4 km. The road distance is 190 km.
Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie every 4 hours. Tickets cost £16–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m.