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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Arbroath is to bus and line 72 bus via Overgate which costs £14 - £29 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Arbroath is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Arbroath station. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Bus Station via Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Arbroath via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Arbroath?

The distance between Prestwick and Arbroath is 138 miles. The road distance is 123.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Arbroath without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Prestwick to Arbroath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Arbroath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Arbroath train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Arbroath is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 72 bus, which costs £19 - £29 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Prestwick to Arbroath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prestwick to Arbroath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwick to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Arbroath is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Prestwick to Arbroath.

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

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Prestwick to Arbroath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 72 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to ArbroathGlasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 33m
£37–77
Bus, line 72 bus via Overgate
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Station4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgate
3. Take the bus from High Street to Bus Station72 / ...
3h 57m
£14–29
Bus, line 72 bus
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Station4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 to Dundee Seagate Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Bus Station72 / ...
3h 43m
£19–29
Drive 123.2 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Arbroath123.2 mi
2h 23m
£31–44

Prestwick to Arbroath by train and foot

115Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.4 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Arbroath via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52, and Seagate Bus Station in around 3h 43m.

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