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Compare train for Glasgow to Portpatrick
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Portpatrick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 77 miles (125 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$22 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 2m faster (2h 13m by train vs 2h 15m by car) and roughly $6 (€6) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($22 (€22) vs $28 (€28)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Glasgow to Portpatrick train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Portpatrick trains for today, Monday, July 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:30 AM Glasgow | 2h27 | 11:57 AM Portpatrick | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Portpatrick
Trains from Glasgow to Portpatrick run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€22) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 16:30. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (125 km) distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 77 miles (125 km) |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€22) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 4:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Scotrail from Glasgow to Portpatrick trainsScotrail trains will get you between Glasgow and Portpatrick from $22 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Portpatrick
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Portpatrick by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portpatrick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Portpatrick
Most Glasgow to Portpatrick trains use the Glasgow Central to Stranraer station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Portpatrick train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
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