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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Prestwick is to bus which costs £15 - £23 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Prestwick is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at Saunterne Road via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Prestwick?

The distance between Edinburgh and Prestwick is 78 miles. The road distance is 73.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Prestwick without a car is to bus which takes 2h 19m and costs £15 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Edinburgh to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Prestwick bus from?

Edinburgh to Prestwick bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Shandwick Place station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Prestwick train from?

Edinburgh to Prestwick train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Prestwick is to bus which takes 2h 19m and costs £15 - £23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Prestwick bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Prestwick bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Prestwick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Prestwick is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Edinburgh to Prestwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 540+ hotels available in Prestwick.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Roadbus X77k / ...
2h 19m
£16–22
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Towntrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 31m
£28–66
Drive 72.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Prestwickcar 72.9 mi
1h 30m
£18–26
Bus via Princes Street
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Roadbus X77k / ...
2h 20m
£16–22

Edinburgh to Prestwick by train

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Distance: 77.9 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Shandwick Place to Saunterne Road via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central in around 2h 31m.

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