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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Lanark is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Lanark is to drive which takes 1h and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Lanark?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Hunters Close via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Lanark?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Lanark via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Lanark?

The distance between Prestwick and Lanark is 67 miles. The road distance is 42 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Lanark without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £21 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Prestwick to Lanark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Lanark bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Lanark train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Lanark?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Lanark is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £21 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Prestwick to Lanark bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prestwick to Lanark train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwick to Lanark?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Lanark is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Prestwick to Lanark.

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

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Where can I stay near Lanark?

There are 277+ hotels available in Lanark.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lanarktrain Glasgow Central - Lanark
2h 2m
£22–23
Drive 41.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Prestwick to Lanarkcar 41.8 mi
1h
£11–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77k / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hunters Closebus 240X
2h 30m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prestwick to Lanarktaxi 41.8 mi
1h
£85–110
Bus, line 240 bus
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Bath Streetbus 4
2. Take the bus from Bath Lane to Pollock Streetbus 240 / ...
4h 20m

Prestwick to Lanark by train

217Weekly Trains

2h 2mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 66.5 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Lanark via Glasgow Central in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Hunters Close via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 30m.

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