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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 13h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 4h 57m and costs £45 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Cardiff?

The distance between Prestwick and Cardiff is 420 miles. The road distance is 370.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs £75 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Prestwick to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Cardiff is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs £75 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 13h 27m.

Where does the Prestwick to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prestwick to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwick to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Cardiff is 370 miles. It takes approximately 7h 11m to drive from Prestwick to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
8h 5m
£75–282
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Station4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
13h 27m
£32–87
Drive 368 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Cardiff368 mi
7h 11m
£91–131
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 57m
£47–132
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Central Station4 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Bristol Parkway
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
10h 14m
£180–196
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 59m
£53–145
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
6h 9m
£85–202
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 26m
£69–188
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)GLA - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
4. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
6h 40m
£102–294

Prestwick to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 417.3 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

What companies run services between Prestwick, Scotland and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe in around 8h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 13h 27m.

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