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

The cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Prestwick is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aviemore to Prestwick is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Aviemore and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Aviemore station to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Aviemore station and arriving at Saunterne Road via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Aviemore to Prestwick?

The distance between Aviemore and Prestwick is 173 miles. The road distance is 164.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aviemore to Prestwick without a car is to bus which takes 3h 41m and costs £19 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Aviemore to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Prestwick bus from?

Aviemore to Prestwick bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aviemore station.

Train or bus from Aviemore to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Prestwick is to bus which takes 3h 41m and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £160 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Aviemore to Prestwick bus arrive?

Aviemore to Prestwick bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Can I drive from Aviemore to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Aviemore to Prestwick is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Aviemore to Prestwick.

Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 537+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Aviemore to Prestwick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aviemore station to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Roadbus X77k / ...
3h 41m
£20–32
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Roadbus X77k / ...
4h 2m
£69–123
Drive 163.4 mi
1. Drive from Aviemore to Prestwickcar 163.4 mi
3h 6m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Perthtrain
2. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Towntrain
4h 21m
£66–151

Aviemore to Prestwick by train and bus

85Weekly Services

4h 21mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Aviemore to Prestwick.

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Distance: 171.7 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Aviemore station to Saunterne Road via Buchanan Bus Stn and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aviemore to Prestwick Town via Perth, Glasgow Queen Street, West George Street, Central Station, and Glasgow Central in around 4h 21m.

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