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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Prestwick is to bus which costs £14 - £30 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Prestwick is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Saunterne Road via West Regent Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Prestwick?

The distance between Carlisle and Prestwick is 140 miles. The road distance is 93.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Prestwick without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £22 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Carlisle to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Prestwick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Prestwick train from?

Carlisle to Prestwick train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Prestwick is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £22 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £30 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Carlisle to Prestwick bus arrive?

Carlisle to Prestwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Prestwick train arrive?

Carlisle to Prestwick train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Prestwick is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Carlisle to Prestwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 501+ hotels available in Prestwick.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Towntrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 17m
£23–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Saunterne Roadbus X77k / ...
2h 57m
£15–30
Drive 92.6 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Prestwickcar 92.6 mi
1h 55m
£23–33
Train, line 4 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnocktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Gardiner Streetbus 4
2h 37m
£29–32

Carlisle to Prestwick by train

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2h 17mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carlisle to Prestwick.

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Distance: 138.8 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central in around 2h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Saunterne Road via Buchanan Bus Station and West Regent Lane in around 2h 57m.

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