The average train between York and Prestwick takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from York 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 twice daily between York and Prestwick. The earliest departure is at 4:36 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from York is at 6:36 PM which arrives into Prestwick at 11:14 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from York to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from York station and arriving at Prestwick station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.
York to Prestwick train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from York station.
York to Prestwick train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Prestwick Town station.
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The distance between York and Prestwick is 284 km. The road distance is 464 km.
You can take a train from York to Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central in around 4h 41m.