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

The cheapest way to get from Shawlands to Prestwick is to bus which costs £6 - £9 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shawlands to Prestwick is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Shawlands and Prestwick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Trefoil Avenue and arriving at Gardiner Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Shawlands and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Shawlands to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Crossmyloof and arriving at Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Shawlands to Prestwick?

The distance between Shawlands and Prestwick is 40 miles. The road distance is 29.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shawlands to Prestwick without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £13 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Shawlands to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shawlands to Prestwick bus from?

Shawlands to Prestwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Trefoil Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Shawlands to Prestwick train from?

Shawlands to Prestwick train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Shawlands to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Shawlands to Prestwick is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs £13 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Shawlands to Prestwick bus arrive?

Shawlands to Prestwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Gardiner Street station.

Where does the Shawlands to Prestwick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shawlands to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Shawlands to Prestwick is 30 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Shawlands to Prestwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 487+ hotels available in Prestwick.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick TownGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
1h 9m
£14–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trefoil Avenue to Gardiner Street4
1h 41m
£6–9
Drive 29.6 mi
1. Drive from Shawlands to Prestwick29.6 mi
34 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shawlands to Prestwick29.6 mi
34 min
£60–80

Shawlands to Prestwick by train

268Weekly Trains

1h 9mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 40 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Town every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £11–12 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Trefoil Avenue to Gardiner Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 1h 41m.

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