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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Birmingham is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Birmingham is to train and fly which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Newhall St via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Birmingham?

The distance between Prestwick and Birmingham is 303 miles. The road distance is 286.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £120 - £410.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Prestwick to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Birmingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Birmingham is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £120 - £410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Prestwick to Birmingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prestwick to Birmingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwick to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Birmingham is 287 miles. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Prestwick to Birmingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Birmingham?

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Prestwick to Birmingham - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Prestwick to Birmingham by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3h 34m
£41–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Ukn30 / ...
7h 56m
£32–54
Train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
6h 4m
£122–407
Drive 285.2 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Birminghamcar 285.2 mi
5h 1m
£71–102
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airportbus
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
4h 38m
£47–160
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
5h 22m
£84–225
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
3. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
5h 40m
£123–394
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Streettrain
6h 19m
£120–322
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
10h 28m
£41–59

Prestwick to Birmingham by train

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6h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 301.1 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Prestwick, Scotland and Birmingham, England?

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Birmingham New Street via Glasgow Central in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Newhall St via Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 56m.

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