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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Hamilton is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Hamilton is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Portland Park via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Hamilton Central via Glasgow Central Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Hamilton?

The distance between Prestwick and Hamilton is 49 miles. The road distance is 35.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Hamilton without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £16 - £18.

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

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

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Hamilton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Hamilton train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Hamilton?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Hamilton is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £16 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Prestwick to Hamilton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prestwick to Hamilton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwick to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Hamilton is 36 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Prestwick to Hamilton.

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

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Where can I stay near Hamilton?

There are 1211+ hotels available in Hamilton.

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

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

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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 Central Low Level to Hamilton Centraltrain Dalmuir - Larkhall / ...
1h 24m
£17–18
Drive 35.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Prestwick to Hamiltoncar 35.3 mi
46 min
£9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77k / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Portland Parkbus X1
1h 34m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prestwick to Hamiltontaxi 35.3 mi
46 min
£75–90
Bus, line 267 bus
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Bath Streetbus X77k / ...
2. Take the bus from Sauchiehall Lane to Bus Stationbus 267 / ...
1h 59m

Prestwick to Hamilton by train

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1h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 49 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Hamilton Central via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Central Low Level in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Portland Park via Buchanan Bus Station in around 1h 34m.

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