The average train between Exeter and Prestwick takes 9h 20m and the fastest train takes 8h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter 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 every 3 hours between Exeter and Prestwick. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Prestwick at 12:14 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 9h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Prestwick station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.
Exeter to Prestwick train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Prestwick train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Prestwick Town station.
Book your Exeter to Prestwick train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Exeter and Prestwick is 535.8 km. The road distance is 798 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Prestwick Town via Birmingham New Street, Wigan North Western, and Glasgow Central in around 8h 59m.