Travel
Guide
TRAVEL OVERVIEW
By Plane
Glasgow (GLA) is the closest airport to Portpatrick and Dunskey Estate but does not offer nonstop flights from US. Edinburgh (EDI) is another close option and does offer a limited number of nonstop flights from US. Dublin (DUB) is the most accessible airport from the US; other airports in the UK will require significant additional travel by train, ferry, or automobile.
By Train
Stranraer or Dumfries are the closest train terminals. If traveling from the north (i.e. Glasgow, Edinburgh, etc.), schedule a train to Stranraer. Dumfries will be the destination for those traveling from the south or east. Cairnryan is the ferry terminal for those traveling from Ireland in the west
By Boat
Cairnryan is the ferry terminal for those traveling from Ireland in the west. This is a great option if you want to fly into Belfast or even Dublin.
By Automobile
Shuttles from GLA and the train stations will be arranged after travel plans are finalized. Car rentals can be booked through any travel site, but will not be necessary during your stay in Portpatrick or at Dunskey Estate.
TRAVEL TIMELINE
Here is a simple timeline of things to help you plan your travel to/from Scotland. We will be posting a more detailed schedule as we get closer to the event!
- 5/23 TUES - Depart USA to arrive in UK on Wed 24th
- 5/24 WED - Jenn & Jim arrive in Glasgow
- 5/25 THURS - Exploring Glasgow & Evening Mixer
- 5/26 FRI - 12pm Shuttle departs Glasgow
- 5/26 FRI - 4pm Welcome Reception at Dunskey Estate
- 5/27 SAT - Several activites, including lunch at a Light house!
- 5/28 SUN - Wedding Celebration
- 5/29 MON - Beach BBQ & other activities TBD
- 5/30 TUES - 10am Check Out
- 5/30 TUES - 11am Shuttle back to Glasgow, arrive 2pm
- 5/31 WED - Fly back to USA (Jenn & Jim leave mid June)
- It is possible to fly out on 30th but we recommend leaving the 31st so you are not rushed and can enjoy your last morning at the estate.
TRAVEL TIPS
We created a slide show full of information to help you plan your trip! This is best viewed on a Desktop or Tablet BUT to view on a mobile device, hit the “three dots” on bottom for a full screen viewing option.
Topics Include:
- Airport Options
- Buying Cheap(er) Tickets to Scotland
- Tips for Airline Crew
- Train & Ferry Options
- Car Rental
- Getting Around Town
