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How to get fromPortpatrick to Carlisleby bus, train, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Portpatrick to Carlisle by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus bus 500
    2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
    5h 14m

  2. Drive 105.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Portpatrick to Carlislecar car 105.3 mi
    2h 5m
    £26–37

  3. Train

    1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain train
    2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain train
    3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisletrain train
    5h 34m
    £73–161

  4. Bus, train via Lockerbie

    1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus bus 500
    2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Carlisletrain train Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
    5h 39m

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Map of how to get from Portpatrick to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 118.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Portpatrick, Scotland and Carlisle, England?

You can take a bus from Beach to Carlisle via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 34m.

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