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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Cumnock is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Cumnock is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Cumnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick to Cumnock. However, there are services departing from Gardiner Street and arriving at Holm via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Cumnock?

The distance between Prestwick and Cumnock is 23 miles. The road distance is 18 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Cumnock without a car is to line 42 bus which takes 1h 24m and costs £6 - £9.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Prestwick to Cumnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Cumnock bus from?

Prestwick to Cumnock bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ayr Bus Station.

Train or bus from Prestwick to Cumnock?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Cumnock is to line 42 bus which takes 1h 24m and costs £6 - £9. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £35 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Prestwick to Cumnock bus arrive?

Prestwick to Cumnock bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Holm station.

Can I drive from Prestwick to Cumnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Cumnock is 18 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Prestwick to Cumnock.

Where can I stay near Cumnock?

There are 319+ hotels available in Cumnock.

Prestwick to Cumnock - 5 ways to travel via train, line 42 bus, taxi, and car

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

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

Line 42 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mill Brae to Holm42 / ...
1h 24m
£6–9
Drive 17.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Prestwick to Cumnock17.9 mi
26 min
£5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to KilmarnockAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to AuchinleckGlasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
1h 46m
£12–34
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prestwick to Cumnock17.9 mi
26 min
£40–50
Line 43 bus
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Holm42 / ...
1h 31m
£7–10

Prestwick to Cumnock by train and bus

204Weekly Services

1h 24mAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 22.4 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

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

Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Mill Brae to Holm hourly. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Prestwick Town to Holm via Kilmarnock, Auchinleck, and Well Road in around 1h 46m.

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