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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Cowdenbeath is to bus which costs £13 - £21 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Cowdenbeath is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at The Fountain via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Cowdenbeath via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Prestwick and Cowdenbeath is 105 miles. The road distance is 76.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Cowdenbeath without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 11m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Prestwick to Cowdenbeath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Cowdenbeath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Cowdenbeath train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Cowdenbeath?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Cowdenbeath is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 11m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £21 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Prestwick to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prestwick to Cowdenbeath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwick to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Cowdenbeath is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Prestwick to Cowdenbeath.

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

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Where can I stay near Cowdenbeath?

There are 1624+ hotels available in Cowdenbeath.

Prestwick to Cowdenbeath - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Prestwick to Cowdenbeath by train, bus, or car

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Cowdenbeathtrain
3h 11m
£46–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from North Approach Road to The Fountainbus X27
3h 18m
£13–21
Drive 76.2 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Cowdenbeathcar 76.2 mi
1h 30m
£19–28
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Haymarket Stationbus
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Cowdenbeathtrain
3h 25m
£24–40
Train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Cowdenbeathtrain
3h 44m
£45–81

Prestwick to Cowdenbeath by train and foot

136Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 104.6 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Cowdenbeath via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Haymarket in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to The Fountain via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road in around 3h 18m.

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