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 £35 - £65 and takes 3h 57m.

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 Station and arriving at Saunterne Road via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Aviemore and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Aviemore to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Aviemore and arriving at Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Aviemore to Prestwick?

The distance between Aviemore and Prestwick is 171 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 57m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m 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 FlixBus, depart from Station.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Prestwick train from?

Aviemore to Prestwick train services, operated by ScotRail, 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 57m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £120 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Aviemore to Prestwick bus arrive?

Aviemore to Prestwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Aviemore to Prestwick train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk093
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Roadbus X77k / ...
3h 57m
£35–61
Train
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Towntrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
4h 7m
£70–114
Drive 163.4 mi
1. Drive from Aviemore to Prestwickcar 163.4 mi
3h 6m
£41–59
Train via Perth
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 25m
£57–116

Aviemore to Prestwick by bus

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Distance: 170.3 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Station to Saunterne Road via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aviemore to Prestwick Town via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 4h 7m.

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