The average train between Penrith and Prestwick takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith 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 Penrith and Prestwick. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Prestwick at 1:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Prestwick station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Penrith to Prestwick train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Prestwick train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Prestwick Town station.
Book your Penrith to Prestwick train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Penrith and Prestwick is 150 km. The road distance is 252 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central in around 2h 33m.