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

The cheapest way to get from Brodick to Prestwick is to ferry and line 585 bus which costs £9 - £35 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brodick to Prestwick is to ferry and line 585 bus which takes 2h 27m and costs £9 - £35.

How far is it from Brodick to Prestwick?

The distance between Brodick and Prestwick is 32 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brodick to Prestwick without a car is to ferry and line 585 bus which takes 2h 27m and costs £9 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Brodick to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 88+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Brodick to Prestwick - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and line 585 bus

There are 2 ways to get from Brodick to Prestwick by ferry, bus, or train

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Ferry, line 585 bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry Terminalferry Cm5
2. Take the bus from Hill Street to St. Quivox Roadbus 585
2h 27m
£9–34
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Ardrossan Ferry Terminalferry Cm5
2. Take the train from Kilwinning to Prestwick Towntrain Glasgow Central - Ayr
2h 32m
£11–40

Brodick to Prestwick by ferry, foot, and bus

70Weekly Services

2h 27mAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Brodick to Prestwick.

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Distance: 31.8 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

There is no direct connection from Brodick to Prestwick. However, you can take the ferry to Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, walk to Dock road, take the line 12 bus to Hill Street, then take the line 585 bus to St. Quivox Road. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal to Prestwick Town via Ardrossan Ferry Terminal, Ardrossan Harbour, and Kilwinning in around 2h 32m.

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