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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Prestwick is to train and bus which costs £40 - £140 and takes 14h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Prestwick is to fly and train which takes 4h 31m and costs £50 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Saunterne Road via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Prestwick Town via London Euston and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Brighton to Prestwick?

The distance between Brighton and Prestwick is 430 miles. The road distance is 454.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Prestwick without a car is to train which takes 7h 45m and costs £75 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Brighton to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Prestwick bus from?

Brighton to Prestwick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Prestwick train from?

Brighton to Prestwick train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Brighton to Prestwick is to train which takes 7h 45m and costs £75 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £130 and takes 12h 34m.

Where does the Brighton to Prestwick bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Prestwick train arrive?

Brighton to Prestwick train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Prestwick is 454 miles. It takes approximately 7h 49m to drive from Brighton to Prestwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 509+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Brighton to Prestwick - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Brighton to Prestwick by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
best
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LGW - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Prestwick Town
4h 31m
£55–153
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Gardiner Street4
14h 5m
£44–136
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Euston to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Town
7h 45m
£76–246
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Terminal 5025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Buchanan Bus Station802
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Road4 / ...
12h 34m
£63–122
Drive 451.7 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Prestwick451.7 mi
7h 49m
£113–163
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridge
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Prestwick Town
5h 7m
£109–349
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Town
5h 23m
£59–170
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Luton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LTN - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Prestwick Town
5h 39m
£67–187
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
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 54m
£110–336
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridge
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Town
6h
£108–316

Brighton to Prestwick by train and foot

129Weekly Services

7h 45mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 427.3 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Prestwick Town via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Saunterne Road via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Buchanan Bus Station in around 12h 34m.

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