What is the cheapest way to get from Prestwick to West Kilbride?

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to West Kilbride is to drive which costs £4 - £8 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Prestwick to West Kilbride?

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to West Kilbride is to drive which takes 21 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and West Kilbride?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kyle Street and arriving at Manse Road. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and West Kilbride?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to West Kilbride. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at West Kilbride via Kilwinning. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Prestwick to West Kilbride?

The distance between Prestwick and West Kilbride is 23 miles. The road distance is 20.2 miles.

How do I travel from Prestwick to West Kilbride without a car?

The best way to get from Prestwick to West Kilbride without a car is to line 585 bus which takes 1h 7m and costs £5 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Prestwick to West Kilbride?

The line 585 bus from Kyle Street to Manse Road takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to West Kilbride bus from?

Prestwick to West Kilbride bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Kyle Street station.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to West Kilbride train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to West Kilbride?

The best way to get from Prestwick to West Kilbride is to line 585 bus which takes 1h 7m and costs £5 - £7. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £9 - £29 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Prestwick to West Kilbride bus arrive?

Prestwick to West Kilbride bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Manse Road station.

Where does the Prestwick to West Kilbride train arrive?

Prestwick to West Kilbride train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Kilwinning station.

Can I drive from Prestwick to West Kilbride?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to West Kilbride is 20 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Prestwick to West Kilbride.

How do I get a train ticket from Prestwick to West Kilbride?

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Where can I stay near West Kilbride?

There are 483+ hotels available in West Kilbride.

Prestwick to West Kilbride - 4 ways to travel via train, line 585 bus, and car

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

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Line 585 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Manse Road585
1h 7m
£5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to KilwinningAyr - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Kilwinning to West KilbrideGlasgow Central - Largs
1h 10m
£9–29
Drive 20.1 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to West Kilbride20.1 mi
21 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prestwick to West Kilbride20.1 mi
21 min
£45–55

Prestwick to West Kilbride by bus

295Weekly Buses

1h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 23 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Prestwick, Scotland and West Kilbride, North Ayrshire, Scotland?

Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Kyle Street to Manse Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–7 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Prestwick Town to West Kilbride via Kilwinning in around 1h 10m.

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