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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Crail is to bus via Dundee which costs £18 - £35 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Crail is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Crail?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Crail. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Bowling Green Place via Buchanan Bus Station, Crichton Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Crail?

The distance between Prestwick and Crail is 145 miles. The road distance is 109.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Crail without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Prestwick to Crail, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Crail bus from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Crail?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Crail is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Dundee, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Prestwick to Crail bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwick to Crail?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Crail is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Prestwick to Crail.

Where can I stay near Crail?

There are 944+ hotels available in Crail.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
4h 37m
£57–103
Bus via Dundee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
4h 56m
£18–31
Drive 108.5 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Crailcar 108.5 mi
2h 12m
£27–39
Train via Edinburgh
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 Cupartrain
4h 41m
£59–112
Bus
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M8 / ...
5h 11m

Prestwick to Crail by train, foot, and bus

190Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144.6 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Bowling Green Place via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Dundee, Railway Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Bowling Green Place via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, Crichton Street, and Bus Station in around 4h 56m.

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