What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Prestwick?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Prestwick is to bus via Gardiner Street which costs £13 - £26 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Prestwick?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Prestwick is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Saunterne Road via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Prestwick?

The distance between Aberdeen and Prestwick is 192 miles. The road distance is 172.9 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Prestwick without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Prestwick without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £35 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Prestwick?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Aberdeen to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Prestwick bus from?

Aberdeen to Prestwick bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Prestwick train from?

Aberdeen to Prestwick train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Prestwick is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Prestwick bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Prestwick bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Prestwick train arrive?

Aberdeen to Prestwick train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Prestwick is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Aberdeen to Prestwick.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Prestwick?

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 508+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Aberdeen to Prestwick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Aberdeen to Prestwick by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen StreetAberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick TownGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
3h 52m
£38–94
Bus via Gardiner Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk091
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Gardiner Street4
5h 47m
£13–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Road4 / ...
4h 10m
£28–38
Drive 171.9 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Prestwick171.9 mi
3h 5m
£43–61
Fly, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)ABZ - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Prestwick Town
5h 21m
£92–204

Aberdeen to Prestwick by train and foot

101Weekly Services

3h 52mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 190.6 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Prestwick, Scotland?

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Prestwick Town via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Saunterne Road via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 10m.

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