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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Prestwick is to bus via Bus Station Stance 3 which costs £14 - £45 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Prestwick is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Saunterne Road via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Inverness to Prestwick?

The distance between Inverness and Prestwick is 204 miles. The road distance is 194.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Prestwick without a car is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Inverness to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Prestwick bus from?

Inverness to Prestwick bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Prestwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Inverness to Prestwick is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Inverness to Prestwick bus arrive?

Inverness to Prestwick bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Inverness to Prestwick train arrive?

Inverness to Prestwick train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Prestwick is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Inverness to Prestwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 503+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Inverness to Prestwick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Inverness to Prestwick by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Road4 / ...
4h 15m
Bus via Bus Station Stance 3
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus StationUk093
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Road4 / ...
4h 51m
£14–43
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen StreetInverness - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick TownGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
4h 50m
£42–74
Drive 193.5 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Prestwick193.5 mi
3h 39m
£49–71
Fly, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)INV - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Prestwick Town
6h 23m
£103–271

Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Glasgow Airport (GLA) flights

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5h 1mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 202.4 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Union Street to Saunterne Road via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Inverness to Prestwick Town via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 4h 50m.

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