The average train between Dunbar and Prestwick takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Dunbar 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.
Trains run hourly between Dunbar and Prestwick. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dunbar is at 10:35 PM which arrives into Prestwick at 8:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dunbar 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.
No, there is no direct train from Dunbar to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Dunbar station and arriving at Prestwick station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.
Dunbar to Prestwick train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Dunbar station.
Dunbar to Prestwick train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Prestwick Town station.
Book your Dunbar to Prestwick train tickets online with Cross Country, ScotRail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dunbar and Prestwick is 142.6 km. The road distance is 181 km.
You can take a train from Dunbar to Prestwick Town via Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Central in around 3h 19m.