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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Applecross is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Applecross is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Applecross?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Applecross. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Applecross?

The distance between Prestwick and Applecross is 309 miles. The road distance is 234 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Applecross without a car is to bus which takes 8h 59m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 59m to get from Prestwick to Applecross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Applecross bus from?

Prestwick to Applecross bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Station Road.

Where does the Prestwick to Applecross bus arrive?

Prestwick to Applecross bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Prestwick to Applecross?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Applecross is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Prestwick to Applecross.

Where can I stay near Applecross?

There are 381+ hotels available in Applecross.

Prestwick to Applecross - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Prestwick to Applecross by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Station4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to Post Office704
8h 59m
Drive 232.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Prestwick to Applecross232.7 mi
4h 36m
£58–84
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to Post Office704
9h 27m
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
3. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
4. Take the train from Inverness to Plockton
5. Take the taxi from Plockton to Applecross
9h 51m
£114–205
Train, bus via Perth
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
3. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to Post Office704
9h 57m
Bus via Kyle Street
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Buchanan Bus Station4
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to Post Office704
10h 23m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 307.2 mi
Duration: 8h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Station Road to Post Office via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 6 in around 8h 59m.

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