What is the cheapest way to get from Prestwick to East Kilbride?

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to East Kilbride is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Prestwick to East Kilbride?

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to East Kilbride is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and East Kilbride?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to East Kilbride station. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Bus Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and East Kilbride?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to East Kilbride. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at East Kilbride via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Prestwick to East Kilbride?

The distance between Prestwick and East Kilbride is 49 miles. The road distance is 28.7 miles.

How do I travel from Prestwick to East Kilbride without a car?

The best way to get from Prestwick to East Kilbride without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £16 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Prestwick to East Kilbride?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Prestwick to East Kilbride, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to East Kilbride bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prestwick to East Kilbride train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to East Kilbride?

The best way to get from Prestwick to East Kilbride is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £16 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus and line 6 bus, which costs and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Prestwick to East Kilbride bus arrive?

Prestwick to East Kilbride bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Prestwick to East Kilbride train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwick to East Kilbride?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to East Kilbride is 29 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Prestwick to East Kilbride.

How do I get a train ticket from Prestwick to East Kilbride?

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Where can I stay near East Kilbride?

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Prestwick to East Kilbride - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 6 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Prestwick to East Kilbride by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to East KilbrideGlasgow Central - East Kilbride
1h 38m
£17–19
Drive 28.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Prestwick to East Kilbride28.5 mi
35 min
£7–10
Bus, line 6 bus
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Central Station4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Bus Station6 / ...
1h 48m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prestwick to East Kilbride28.5 mi
35 min
£60–75

Prestwick to East Kilbride by train

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1h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 49 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Prestwick, Scotland and East Kilbride, Scotland?

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to East Kilbride via Glasgow Central in around 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Bus Station via Central Station in around 1h 48m.

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