What is the cheapest way to get from Ayr to Prescot?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Prescot is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 7h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ayr to Prescot?

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Prescot is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Prescot?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr station to Prescot. However, there are services departing from Ayr Bus Station and arriving at Wycherley Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Prescot?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Prescot. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Prescot via Glasgow Central and Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Ayr to Prescot?

The distance between Ayr and Prescot is 260 miles. The road distance is 206.3 miles.

How do I travel from Ayr to Prescot without a car?

The best way to get from Ayr to Prescot without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £35 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Ayr to Prescot?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Ayr to Prescot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Prescot bus from?

Ayr to Prescot bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ayr Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Prescot train from?

Ayr to Prescot train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Ayr to Prescot?

The best way to get from Ayr to Prescot is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Ayr to Prescot bus arrive?

Ayr to Prescot bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Ayr to Prescot train arrive?

Ayr to Prescot train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Prescot?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Prescot is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Ayr to Prescot.

How do I get a train ticket from Ayr to Prescot?

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Where can I stay near Prescot?

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Ayr to Prescot - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Ayr to Prescot by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North WesternGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
4h 47m
£35–141
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
7h 20m
£43–71
Drive 205.1 mi
1. Drive from Ayr to Prescot205.1 mi
3h 45m
£52–75
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)GLA - LPL
5h 46m
£79–182
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo LaneX77 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to St Helens CentralGlasgow Central - Liverpool Lime Street
5h 46m
£43–101
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Rainhill
6h 30m
£85–171
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
7h 11m
£75–200

Ayr to Prescot by train

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Distance: 258.8 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Prescot, England?

You can take a train from Ayr to Prescot via Glasgow Central and Wigan North Western in around 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Wycherley Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 7h 20m.

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