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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Ullapool is to train and bus via Perth which costs £35 - £90 and takes 8h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Ullapool is to drive which takes 4h 53m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Ullapool?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Ullapool. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Ferry Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Ullapool?

The distance between Prestwick and Ullapool is 260 miles. The road distance is 242 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Ullapool without a car is to bus which takes 7h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Prestwick to Ullapool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Ullapool bus from?

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

Where does the Prestwick to Ullapool bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwick to Ullapool?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Ullapool is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Prestwick to Ullapool.

Where can I stay near Ullapool?

There are 55+ hotels available in Ullapool.

Prestwick to Ullapool - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and ferry

There are 7 ways to get from Prestwick to Ullapool by bus, train, car, plane, or ferry

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Station4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal961
7h 4m
Train, bus via Perth
cheapest
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
3. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal961
8h 2m
£37–90
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal961
7h 32m
£52–107
Drive 240.6 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Ullapool240.6 mi
4h 53m
£60–87
Train, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)GLA - INV
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal
8h 3m
£114–262
Bus via High School
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Buchanan Bus Station4
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to High School61
8h 48m
Train, fly to Stornoway Airport, ferry
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Stornoway Airport (SYY)GLA - SYY
3. Take the ferry from Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal to Ullapool Ferry Terminal
8h 1m
£146–417

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) flights

25Weekly Planes

4h 7mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258.8 mi
Duration: 7h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Station Road to Ferry Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 7h 4m.

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