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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Aviemore is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Aviemore is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Aviemore station. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Aviemore station via Buchanan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Aviemore via Glasgow Queen Street and Stirling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Aviemore?

The distance between Prestwick and Aviemore is 173 miles. The road distance is 164.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Aviemore without a car is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs £18 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Prestwick to Aviemore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Aviemore bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Aviemore train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Aviemore?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Aviemore is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Prestwick to Aviemore bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prestwick to Aviemore train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwick to Aviemore?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Aviemore is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Prestwick to Aviemore.

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

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Where can I stay near Aviemore?

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

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

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 Stationbus 4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Aviemore stationbus Ember
4h 35m
£18–31
Train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain
3. Take the train from Stirling to Aviemoretrain
4h 52m
£51–142
Drive 163.3 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Aviemorecar 163.3 mi
3h 5m
£41–58
Train via Perth
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
3. Take the train from Perth to Aviemoretrain
5h 2m
£60–144

Prestwick to Aviemore by bus

106Weekly Buses

4h 35mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Prestwick to Aviemore.

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Distance: 171.8 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Station Road to Aviemore station via Buchanan Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Stn in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Prestwick Town to Aviemore via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Stirling in around 4h 52m.

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