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

The cheapest way to get from Lanark to Prestwick is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Lanark to Prestwick is to drive which takes 1h and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Lanark and Prestwick?

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

Is there a direct train between Lanark and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Lanark to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Lanark and arriving at Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Lanark to Prestwick?

The distance between Lanark and Prestwick is 67 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lanark to Prestwick without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £21 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Lanark to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lanark to Prestwick bus from?

Lanark to Prestwick bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, depart from Wellgate station.

Where do I catch the Lanark to Prestwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Lanark to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Lanark to Prestwick is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £21 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Lanark to Prestwick bus arrive?

Lanark to Prestwick bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Lanark to Prestwick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lanark to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanark to Prestwick is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Lanark to Prestwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 504+ hotels available in Prestwick.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lanark to Glasgow CentralLanark - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick TownGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
1h 53m
£21–23
Drive 41.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lanark to Prestwick41.9 mi
1h
£11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wellgate to Buchanan Bus Station240X
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Road4 / ...
2h 2m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lanark to Prestwick41.9 mi
1h
£85–110

Lanark to Prestwick by train

219Weekly Trains

1h 53mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 66.7 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a train from Lanark to Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellgate to Saunterne Road via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 2m.

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