What is the cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Clarkston?

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Clarkston is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Clarkston?

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Clarkston is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Clarkston?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Clarkston. However, there are services departing from Beach and arriving at Mearns Road via Port Rodie and Sauchiehall Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Portpatrick and Clarkston?

No, there is no direct train from Portpatrick to Clarkston. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Clarkston via Ayr and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Clarkston?

The distance between Portpatrick and Clarkston is 114 miles. The road distance is 86.5 miles.

How do I travel from Portpatrick to Clarkston without a car?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Clarkston without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 4h 39m and costs £45 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Portpatrick to Clarkston?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Portpatrick to Clarkston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Clarkston bus from?

Portpatrick to Clarkston bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Clarkston train from?

Portpatrick to Clarkston train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Clarkston?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Clarkston is to train via Ayr which takes 4h 39m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Clarkston bus arrive?

Portpatrick to Clarkston bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Portpatrick to Clarkston train arrive?

Portpatrick to Clarkston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Clarkston?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Clarkston is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Portpatrick to Clarkston.

Where can I stay near Clarkston?

There are 1576+ hotels available in Clarkston.

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Train via Ayr
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain Stranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 39m
£46–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
4h 49m
£19–35
Drive 86 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Clarkstoncar 86 mi
1h 50m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
4h 43m
£45–82
Bus via Glasgow Buchanan
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
4h 55m

Portpatrick to Clarkston by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 113.5 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Portpatrick, Scotland and Clarkston, East Renfrewshire, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Beach to Clarkston via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, and Glasgow Central in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £16–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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