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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Prestwick is to bus which costs £12 - £19 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Prestwick is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Saunterne Road via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Prestwick Town via Haymarket and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Prestwick?

The distance between Dunfermline and Prestwick is 73 miles. The road distance is 71.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Prestwick without a car is to bus which takes 2h 13m and costs £12 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Dunfermline to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Prestwick bus from?

Dunfermline to Prestwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Approach Road station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Prestwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Prestwick is to bus which takes 2h 13m and costs £12 - £19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £40 and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Prestwick bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Prestwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Prestwick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Prestwick is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Dunfermline to Prestwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 507+ hotels available in Prestwick.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Road4 / ...
2h 13m
£13–19
Train
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Street
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Town
2h 34m
£31–39
Drive 70.7 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Prestwick70.7 mi
1h 21m
£18–26
Bus via Gardiner Street
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Gardiner Street4
3h 38m
£13–19

Dunfermline to Prestwick by bus

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2h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 72.3 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Saunterne Road via North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Prestwick Town via Haymarket, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 34m.

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