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 £55 - £120 and takes 11h 12m.

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 41m and costs £65 - £190.

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 Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall Street and Lordswood Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 12m.

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 11m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Cardiff?

The distance between Prestwick and Cardiff is 399 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 11m and costs £150 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m 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 11m and costs £150 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £120 and takes 11h 12m.

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 14m to drive from Prestwick to Cardiff.

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

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

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Prestwick to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Prestwick to Cardiff by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
best
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 Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 41m
£67–189
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Road to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
11h 12m
£55–112
Train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 11m
£157–275
Drive 368 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Cardiffcar 368 mi
7h 14m
£91–132
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol 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 Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 48m
£80–199
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 8m
£106–218
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 Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 25m
£149–476
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Central Stationbus 4
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
11h 20m
£260–378

Prestwick to Cardiff by train

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8h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 396.5 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall Street, and Lordswood Road in around 11h 12m.

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