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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Ardrossan is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Ardrossan is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Ardrossan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kyle Street and arriving at Inches Road. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Ardrossan?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Ardrossan. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Ardrossan Town via Kilwinning. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Ardrossan?

The distance between Prestwick and Ardrossan is 18 miles. The road distance is 17.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Ardrossan without a car is to line 585 bus which takes 48 min and costs £4 - £7.

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

The line 585 bus from Kyle Street to Inches Road takes 48 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Ardrossan bus from?

Prestwick to Ardrossan bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Kyle Street station.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Ardrossan train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Ardrossan?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Ardrossan is to line 585 bus which takes 48 min and costs £4 - £7. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £8 - £27 and takes 1h 13m.

Where does the Prestwick to Ardrossan bus arrive?

Prestwick to Ardrossan bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Inches Road station.

Where does the Prestwick to Ardrossan train arrive?

Prestwick to Ardrossan train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Kilwinning station.

Can I drive from Prestwick to Ardrossan?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Ardrossan is 17 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Prestwick to Ardrossan.

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

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Prestwick to Ardrossan - 4 ways to travel via train, line 585 bus, taxi

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

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Line 585 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Inches Road585
48 min
£4–7
Train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to KilwinningAyr - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Kilwinning to Ardrossan TownGlasgow Central - Ardrossan Harbour / ...
1h 13m
£8–27
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prestwick to Ardrossan17.2 mi
20 min
£35–50
Drive 17.2 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Ardrossan17.2 mi
20 min
£5–6

Prestwick to Ardrossan by bus

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Distance: 17.4 mi
Duration: 48 min

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

Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Kyle Street to Inches Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Prestwick Town to Ardrossan Town via Kilwinning in around 1h 13m.

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