What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Maybole?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Maybole is to train and bus which costs £75 - £140 and takes 17h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Maybole?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Maybole is to train and fly which takes 6h 13m and costs £70 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Maybole?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Maybole. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Merrick View via London Victoria, Buchanan Bus Station and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Maybole?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Maybole. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Maybole via Waterloo station, London Euston, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 8m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Maybole?

The distance between Portsmouth and Maybole is 526 miles. The road distance is 429.4 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth to Maybole without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Maybole without a car is to train via London which takes 9h 8m and costs £170 - £360.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth to Maybole?

It takes approximately 9h 8m to get from Portsmouth to Maybole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Maybole bus from?

Portsmouth to Maybole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Maybole train from?

Portsmouth to Maybole train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Maybole?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Maybole is to train via London which takes 9h 8m and costs £170 - £360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £260 and takes 14h 45m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Maybole bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Maybole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Portsmouth to Maybole train arrive?

Portsmouth to Maybole train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Maybole?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Maybole is 429 miles. It takes approximately 7h 33m to drive from Portsmouth to Maybole.

How do I get a train ticket from Portsmouth to Maybole?

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Where can I stay near Maybole?

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Portsmouth to Maybole - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Portsmouth to Maybole by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
9h 8m
£171–352
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 030
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
14h 45m
£66–260
Drive 426.9 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Maybolecar 426.9 mi
7h 33m
£106–152
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
6h 47m
£96–343
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Glasgow Centraltrain Bournemouth - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
13h 4m
£310–464
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Guildfordtrain
2. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgowbus
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
17h 2m
£75–138
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Eastleightrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
6h 13m
£73–220
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LGW - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
7h 2m
£87–216
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
7h 9m
£134–453
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
8h 8m
£98–226
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
7h 52m
£110–361
Fly Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
7h 43m
£117–298

Portsmouth to Maybole by train and subway

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9h 8mAverage Duration

£171Cheapest Price

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Distance: 523.3 mi
Duration: 9h 8m

What companies run services between Portsmouth, England and Maybole, Scotland?

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Maybole via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London Euston, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 9h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Merrick View via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Buchanan Bus Station, and Ayr Bus Station in around 14h 45m.

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