What is the cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Prestwick?

The cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Prestwick is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Prestwick?

The fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Prestwick is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between East Kilbride and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from East Kilbride to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Whitemoss Roundabout and arriving at Saunterne Road via West Regent Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between East Kilbride and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from East Kilbride to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from East Kilbride and arriving at Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from East Kilbride to Prestwick?

The distance between East Kilbride and Prestwick is 49 miles. The road distance is 28.8 miles.

How do I travel from East Kilbride to Prestwick without a car?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Prestwick without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £16 - £45.

How long does it take to get from East Kilbride to Prestwick?

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from East Kilbride to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Kilbride to Prestwick bus from?

East Kilbride to Prestwick bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Whitemoss Roundabout station.

Where do I catch the East Kilbride to Prestwick train from?

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

Train or bus from East Kilbride to Prestwick?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Prestwick is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £16 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 18 bus and bus, which costs and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the East Kilbride to Prestwick bus arrive?

East Kilbride to Prestwick bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at West Regent Street station.

Where does the East Kilbride to Prestwick train arrive?

East Kilbride to Prestwick train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from East Kilbride to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between East Kilbride to Prestwick is 29 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from East Kilbride to Prestwick.

How do I get a train ticket from East Kilbride to Prestwick?

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 511+ hotels available in Prestwick.

East Kilbride to Prestwick - 5 ways to travel via train, line 18 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from East Kilbride to Prestwick by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from East Kilbride to Glasgow Centraltrain East Kilbride - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Towntrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
1h 35m
£16–42
Drive 28.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Kilbride to Prestwickcar 28.7 mi
35 min
£8–11
Line 18 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Whitemoss Roundabout to West Regent Streetbus 18 / ...
2. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Saunterne Roadbus X77k / ...
1h 48m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from East Kilbride to Prestwicktaxi 28.7 mi
35 min
£60–75
Line 6 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Cuthbertson Streetbus 6
2. Take the bus from Coplaw Street to Gardiner Streetbus 4
2h 54m

East Kilbride to Prestwick by train

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Distance: 48.7 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between East Kilbride, Scotland and Prestwick, Scotland?

You can take a train from East Kilbride to Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central in around 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Whitemoss Roundabout to Saunterne Road via West Regent Street and West Regent Lane in around 1h 48m.

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