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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Prestwick is to train and car ferry and bus which costs £50 - £85 and takes 9h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Prestwick is to fly and train which takes 4h 35m and costs £45 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Custom House Quay and arriving at Kyle Street via Belfast, Europa Buscentre and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

How far is it from Dublin to Prestwick?

The distance between Dublin and Prestwick is 227 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Prestwick without a car is to train and bus and ferry which takes 8h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Dublin to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Prestwick bus from?

Dublin to Prestwick bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Custom House Quay station.

Where does the Dublin to Prestwick bus arrive?

Dublin to Prestwick bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Glengall Street station.

Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 503+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Dublin to Prestwick - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus and ferry

There are 11 ways to get from Dublin to Prestwick by plane, train, busferry, car ferry, bus, ferry, 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.

Fly Dublin Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
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1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane DUB - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Prestwick Towntrain
4h 35m
£47–137
Train, bus and ferry
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain 1_Dn->Gc
2. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Ayrbusferry 923
8h 34m
Train, car ferry, bus
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryancarferry
3. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Ayr Bus Stationbus 923
9h 26m
£52–81
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Larne Harbourtrain
3. Take the ferry from Larne to Cairnryanferry
4. Take the train from Stranraer to Prestwick Towntrain
9h 40m
£78–309
Fly Dublin Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane DUB - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Towntrain
5h 28m
£59–161
Train to Belfast International Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BFS - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Prestwick Towntrain
6h 13m
£61–144
Train to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHD - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Prestwick Towntrain
5h 45m
£63–179
Train to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHD - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Towntrain
6h 38m
£68–173
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Custom House Quay to Glengall Streetbus 785
2. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Ayrbusferry 923
8h 51m
Bus, bus and ferry via Dublin Busaras Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 11bus X1
2. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Ayrbusferry 923
9h 16m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Dublin to Belfastcar
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryancarferry
3. Drive from Cairnryan to Prestwickcar
5h 16m
£68–101

Dublin Airport (DUB) to Glasgow Airport (GLA) flights

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Map of how to get from Dublin to Prestwick.

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Distance: 225.5 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Prestwick, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Dublin to Prestwick. However, you can take the bus to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2, walk to Dublin Airport (DUB) airport, fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), walk to Terminal Building, take the line 757 bus to Brick Lane, walk to Paisley Gilmour Street, then take the train to Prestwick Town. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dublin Connolly to Kyle Street via Belfast Great Central, Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Ayr, and Ayr Bus Station in around 8h 34m.

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