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How to get fromDunoon to Prestwickby ferry, train, bus or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dunoon to Prestwick by ferry, train, bus, or car

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  1. Ferry, train

    best
    1. Take the ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to Gourock Ferry TerminalferryCm1
    2. Take the train from Gourock to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
    3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Prestwick Towntrain
    2h 8m
    £22–34
  2. Ferry, line 901 bus, bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to Gourock Ferry TerminalferryCm1
    2. Take the bus from Gourock Rail Station to Manse Courtbus901
    3. Take the bus from Manse Court to St. Quivox Roadbus585
    3h 3m
    £15–28
  3. Drive 103.1 mi

    1. Drive from Dunoon to Prestwickcar103.1 mi
    2h 7m
    £26–38

Dunoon to Prestwick by ferry and train

Calendar254Weekly Services
Duration2h 8mAverage Duration
Ticket£22Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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

There is no direct connection from Dunoon to Prestwick. However, you can take the ferry to Gourock Ferry Terminal, walk to Gourock, take the train to Paisley Gilmour Street, then take the train to Prestwick Town. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to St. Quivox Road via Gourock Ferry Terminal, Gourock Rail Station, and Manse Court in around 3h 3m.

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