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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Edinburgh is to bus via Glasgow which costs £10 - £16 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £18 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Edinburgh?

The distance between Prestwick and Edinburgh is 86 miles. The road distance is 74.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 1h 56m and costs £28 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Prestwick to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Edinburgh is to train via Glasgow which takes 1h 56m and costs £28 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £23 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Prestwick to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prestwick to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwick to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Edinburgh is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Prestwick to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
1h 56m
£29–87
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Station4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh - Princes StreetUk090
2h 31m
£10–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Station4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
2h 13m
£15–23
Drive 73.8 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Edinburgh73.8 mi
1h 30m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 33m
£24–87

Prestwick to Edinburgh by train and foot

270Weekly Services

1h 56mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.2 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 13m.

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