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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Prestwick is to bus which costs £55 - £150 and takes 12h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Prestwick is to train and fly which takes 4h 16m and costs £55 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Saunterne Road via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Prestwick Town via Stafford and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Prestwick?

The distance between Bournemouth and Prestwick is 431 miles. The road distance is 430.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Prestwick without a car is to train which takes 9h 23m and costs £120 - £440.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Bournemouth to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Prestwick bus from?

Bournemouth to Prestwick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Prestwick train from?

Bournemouth to Prestwick train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Prestwick is to train which takes 9h 23m and costs £120 - £440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 12h 25m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Prestwick bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Prestwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Prestwick train arrive?

Bournemouth to Prestwick train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Prestwick is 430 miles. It takes approximately 7h 42m to drive from Bournemouth to Prestwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 510+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Bournemouth to Prestwick - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Bournemouth to Prestwick by train, plane, bus, 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.

Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)SOU - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Prestwick Town
4h 16m
£57–207
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Gardiner Street4
12h 4m
£48–259
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Stafford
2. Take the train from Stafford to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Town
9h 23m
£120–439
Drive 427.7 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Prestwick427.7 mi
7h 42m
£106–152
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Prestwick Town
5h 44m
£90–297
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)SOU - EDI
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Town
5h 42m
£110–244
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Clapham Junction
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LGW - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Prestwick Town
6h 5m
£78–219
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
4. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Prestwick Town
6h 53m
£76–238
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Buchanan Bus Station802
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Road4 / ...
12h 25m
£60–145

Bournemouth to Prestwick by train

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9h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 429 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Prestwick, Scotland?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Prestwick Town via Stafford and Glasgow Central in around 9h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Saunterne Road via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 25m.

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