The average train between Prestwich and Scotland takes 4h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Prestwich to Scotland. 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 Prestwich and Scotland. The earliest departure is at 12:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Prestwich is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Scotland at 9:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Prestwich to Scotland? 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 Prestwich to Scotland. However, there are services departing from Prestwich station and arriving at Scotland station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.
Prestwich to Scotland train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Prestwich to Scotland train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
The distance between Prestwich and Scotland is 379.9 km. The road distance is 365 km.
You can take a vehicle from Prestwich to Glasgow Central via Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Preston in around 4h 12m.