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Trip Overview

The average train between Bristol and Prestwick takes 8h 40m and the fastest train takes 7h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Prestwick. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 40m
Duration
420 mi
Distance
£178
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Bristol to Prestwick train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Bristol and Prestwick. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Prestwick at 11:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 8h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 46m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 41m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 44m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 41m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 42m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 41m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 40m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 26m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 42m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 41m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 40m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 26m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 59m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 42m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 41m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 41m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 58m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 42m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 42m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail8h 13m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 42m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 41m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 40m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 26m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 42m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 41m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 40m • 3 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRail7h 26m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Prestwick? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Bristol to Prestwick.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 420.5 mi
  • Duration: 8h 40m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Prestwick, Scotland?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Prestwick Town via Birmingham New Street, Warrington Bank Quay, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 49m.

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