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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Kilmarnock is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Kilmarnock is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £25 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Kilmarnock?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Station Road station and arriving at Shaw's Monument. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Kilmarnock?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Kilmarnock. Services depart five times a day, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Prestwick to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Prestwick and Kilmarnock is 13 miles. The road distance is 10.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Kilmarnock without a car is to train which takes 20 min and costs £5 - £15.

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

The train from Prestwick Town to Kilmarnock takes 20 min including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Kilmarnock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Kilmarnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Kilmarnock is to train which takes 20 min and costs £5 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 20 min.

Where does the Prestwick to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Prestwick to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Shaw's Monument station.

Where does the Prestwick to Kilmarnock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwick to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Kilmarnock is 11 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Prestwick to Kilmarnock.

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

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Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 513+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

Prestwick to Kilmarnock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to KilmarnockStranraer - Glasgow Central / ...
20 min
£5–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Shaw's MonumentX77k / ...
20 min
£3–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prestwick to Kilmarnock10.4 mi
15 min
£25–30
Drive 10.4 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Kilmarnock10.4 mi
15 min
£3–4

Prestwick to Kilmarnock by train

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Distance: 12.5 mi
Duration: 20 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Prestwick Town to Kilmarnock 5 times a day. Tickets cost £5–15 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Station Road to Shaw's Monument hourly. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 20 min.

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