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

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Prestwick is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallaig to Prestwick is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Mallaig and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallaig to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Boatyard and arriving at Saunterne Road via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Mallaig and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Mallaig to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Mallaig and arriving at Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Mallaig to Prestwick?

The distance between Mallaig and Prestwick is 187 miles. The road distance is 173.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mallaig to Prestwick without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 20m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Mallaig to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Prestwick bus from?

Mallaig to Prestwick bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, depart from Boatyard station.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Prestwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Mallaig to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Mallaig to Prestwick is to bus which takes 6h 28m and costs £23 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £150 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Mallaig to Prestwick bus arrive?

Mallaig to Prestwick bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, arrive at Fort William Bus Station.

Where does the Mallaig to Prestwick train arrive?

Mallaig to Prestwick train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Mallaig to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Prestwick is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Mallaig to Prestwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Roadbus 4 / ...
6h 20m
£73–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Stationbus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Roadbus 4 / ...
6h 28m
£24–33
Drive 172.5 mi
1. Drive from Mallaig to Prestwickcar 172.5 mi
3h 28m
£43–61
Train
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Towntrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
6h 22m
£83–149
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Towntrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
6h 37m
£83–149

Mallaig to Prestwick by train, foot, and bus

6Weekly Services

6h 20mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Mallaig, Highland, Scotland and Prestwick, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Boatyard to Saunterne Road via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mallaig to Prestwick Town via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and Glasgow Central in around 6h 22m.

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