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 24m.

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 5h 2m and costs £60 - £150.

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 University RE via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 24m.

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, Warrington Bank Quay and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Cardiff?

The distance between Prestwick and Cardiff is 419 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 via Warrington which takes 8h 22m and costs £150 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 8h 22m 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 via Warrington which takes 8h 22m and costs £150 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £120 and takes 11h 24m.

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 13m to drive from Prestwick to Cardiff.

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

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Prestwick to Cardiff - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Prestwick to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Warrington
best
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 Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 22m
£150–269
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
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to University REbus 111
11h 24m
£55–112
Drive 368 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Cardiffcar 368 mi
7h 13m
£90–130
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 Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 2m
£61–143
Train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newport (S Wales)train Glasgow Central - Plymouth
9h 56m
£271–400
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
9h 59m
£149–265
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
6h 10m
£68–161
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 21m
£100–197
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 12m
£150–445
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
4. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 43m
£128–274

Prestwick to Cardiff by train

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8h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 417 mi
Duration: 8h 22m

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Crewe in around 8h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to University RE via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 11h 24m.

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