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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Johnstone is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Johnstone is to train which takes 30 min and costs £12 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Johnstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Johnstone. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at St Margarets Rectory via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Johnstone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Johnstone. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Prestwick to Johnstone?

The distance between Prestwick and Johnstone is 28 miles. The road distance is 27.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Johnstone without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £12 - £22.

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

The train from Prestwick Town to Johnstone takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Johnstone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Johnstone train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Johnstone?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Johnstone is to train which takes 30 min and costs £12 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus and line 38 bus, which costs £12 - £15 and takes 2h.

Where does the Prestwick to Johnstone bus arrive?

Prestwick to Johnstone bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Waterloo Lane station.

Where does the Prestwick to Johnstone train arrive?

Prestwick to Johnstone train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Johnstone station.

Can I drive from Prestwick to Johnstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Johnstone is 28 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Prestwick to Johnstone.

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

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Where can I stay near Johnstone?

There are 269+ hotels available in Johnstone.

Prestwick to Johnstone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 38 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Johnstonetrain Ayr - Glasgow Central
30 min
£12–22
Drive 27.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Prestwick to Johnstonecar 27.8 mi
33 min
£7–10
Bus, line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Waterloo Lanebus X77k / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station to St Margarets Rectorybus 38
2h
£12–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prestwick to Johnstonetaxi 27.8 mi
33 min
£60–75

Prestwick to Johnstone by train

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Distance: 27.5 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Prestwick Town to Johnstone every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to St Margarets Rectory via Waterloo Lane and Central Station in around 2h.

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