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

The cheapest way to get from Ardrossan to Prestwick is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ardrossan to Prestwick is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ardrossan and Prestwick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hill Street and arriving at St. Quivox Road. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

Is there a direct train between Ardrossan and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Ardrossan to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Ardrossan Town and arriving at Prestwick Town via Kilwinning. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Ardrossan to Prestwick?

The distance between Ardrossan and Prestwick is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Prestwick without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Ardrossan to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Prestwick bus from?

Ardrossan to Prestwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Hill Street station.

Where do I catch the Ardrossan to Prestwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Ardrossan to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Ardrossan to Prestwick is to train which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 585 bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 46 min.

Where does the Ardrossan to Prestwick bus arrive?

Ardrossan to Prestwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at St. Quivox Road station.

Where does the Ardrossan to Prestwick train arrive?

Ardrossan to Prestwick train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Kilwinning station.

Can I drive from Ardrossan to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Ardrossan to Prestwick is 17 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Ardrossan to Prestwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 489+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Ardrossan to Prestwick - 4 ways to travel via train, line 585 bus, taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Ardrossan to Prestwick by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ardrossan Town to Kilwinningtrain Ardrossan Harbour - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Kilwinning to Prestwick Towntrain Glasgow Central - Ayr
45 min
£9–26
Line 585 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hill Street to St. Quivox Roadbus 585
46 min
£4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ardrossan to Prestwicktaxi 17.4 mi
20 min
£35–50
Drive 17.4 mi
1. Drive from Ardrossan to Prestwickcar 17.4 mi
20 min
£5–6

Ardrossan to Prestwick by train

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Distance: 16.7 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

You can take a train from Ardrossan Town to Prestwick Town via Kilwinning in around 45 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Hill Street to St. Quivox Road hourly. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 46 min.

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