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

The cheapest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Prestwick is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Prestwick is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Cowdenbeath and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Cowdenbeath to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from The Fountain and arriving at Saunterne Road via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cowdenbeath and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Cowdenbeath to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Cowdenbeath and arriving at Prestwick Town via Haymarket and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Cowdenbeath to Prestwick?

The distance between Cowdenbeath and Prestwick is 81 miles. The road distance is 76.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cowdenbeath to Prestwick without a car is to bus via North Approach Road which takes 2h 50m and costs £20 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Cowdenbeath to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cowdenbeath to Prestwick bus from?

Cowdenbeath to Prestwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from The Fountain station.

Where do I catch the Cowdenbeath to Prestwick train from?

Cowdenbeath to Prestwick train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Cowdenbeath station.

Train or bus from Cowdenbeath to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Cowdenbeath to Prestwick is to bus via North Approach Road which takes 2h 50m and costs £20 - £30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Cowdenbeath to Prestwick bus arrive?

Cowdenbeath to Prestwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Where does the Cowdenbeath to Prestwick train arrive?

Cowdenbeath to Prestwick train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Cowdenbeath to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Cowdenbeath to Prestwick is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Cowdenbeath to Prestwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

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

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

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Bus via North Approach Road
best
1. Take the bus from The Fountain to North Approach Roadbus X27
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Roadbus X77 / ...
2h 50m
£20–30
Drive 76.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cowdenbeath to Prestwickcar 76.2 mi
1h 31m
£19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Cowdenbeath to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Towntrain
3h 27m
£44–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Gardiner Streetbus 4
4h 18m
£26–45

Cowdenbeath to Prestwick by bus

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2h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 80.3 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a bus from The Fountain to Saunterne Road via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cowdenbeath to Prestwick Town via Haymarket and Glasgow Central in around 3h 27m.

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