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

The cheapest way to get from Greenock to Prestwick is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Greenock to Prestwick is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Greenock and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Greenock to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Stance 1 and arriving at Saunterne Road via West Campbell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Greenock and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Greenock to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Greenock West and arriving at Prestwick Town via Paisley Gilmour Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Greenock to Prestwick?

The distance between Greenock and Prestwick is 47 miles. The road distance is 39.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greenock to Prestwick without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Greenock to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Prestwick bus from?

Greenock to Prestwick bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Stance 1 station.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Prestwick train from?

Greenock to Prestwick train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Greenock West station.

Train or bus from Greenock to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Greenock to Prestwick is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £15 and takes 1h 39m.

Where does the Greenock to Prestwick bus arrive?

Greenock to Prestwick bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Waterloo Lane station.

Where does the Greenock to Prestwick train arrive?

Greenock to Prestwick train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Paisley Gilmour Street station.

Can I drive from Greenock to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenock to Prestwick is 40 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Greenock to Prestwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 503+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Greenock to Prestwick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Greenock West to Paisley Gilmour StreetGourock - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Prestwick TownGlasgow Central - Ayr
1h 17m
£18–33
Drive 39.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greenock to Prestwick39.3 mi
48 min
£10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Waterloo Lane906 / ...
2. Take the bus from West Campbell Street to Saunterne RoadX77k / ...
1h 39m
£11–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greenock to Prestwick39.3 mi
48 min
£80–100
Line 906 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from West Stewart Street to Manse Court906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manse Court to St. Quivox Road585
2h 30m
£11–14

Greenock to Prestwick by train

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1h 17mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 47 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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

You can take a train from Greenock West to Prestwick Town via Paisley Gilmour Street in around 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stance 1 to Saunterne Road via Waterloo Lane and West Campbell Street in around 1h 39m.

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