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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Prestwick is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Prestwick is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at Saunterne Road via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Prestwick?

The distance between Dumfries and Prestwick is 70 miles. The road distance is 59.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Prestwick without a car is to train and line 4 bus which takes 1h 45m and costs £19 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Dumfries to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Prestwick bus from?

Dumfries to Prestwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Buccleuch Street station.

Where does the Dumfries to Prestwick bus arrive?

Dumfries to Prestwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Prestwick is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Dumfries to Prestwick.

Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 487+ hotels available in Prestwick.

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

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

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Train, line 4 bus
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to KilmarnockCarlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Saunterne RoadX77k / ...
1h 45m
£19–43
Drive 59.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Prestwick59.5 mi
1h 17m
£15–21
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Buchanan Bus StationX74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne RoadX77k / ...
3h 5m
£17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Whitesands to Castle Primary school246
2. Take the bus from Castle Primary school to Ayr Bus Station43 / ...
3h 35m

Dumfries to Prestwick by train and bus

50Weekly Services

1h 45mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 69.9 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to Saunterne Road via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 5m.

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