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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Prestwick is to bus via Girvan which costs £11 - £19 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Prestwick is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Kyle Street via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Prestwick?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stranraer and arriving at Prestwick Town. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Prestwick?

The distance between Stranraer and Prestwick is 61 miles. The road distance is 54.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Prestwick without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £17 - £40.

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

The train from Stranraer to Prestwick Town takes 1h 29m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Prestwick bus from?

Stranraer to Prestwick bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Prestwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Prestwick is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Stranraer to Prestwick bus arrive?

Stranraer to Prestwick bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Ayr Bus Station.

Where does the Stranraer to Prestwick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Prestwick is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Stranraer to Prestwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Prestwick TownStranraer - Glasgow Central / ...
1h 29m
£17–40
Bus via Girvan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Henrietta Street360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Station60 / ...
2h 30m
£11–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Station923
1h 56m
£12–18
Drive 53.8 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Prestwick53.8 mi
1h 10m
£14–20

Stranraer to Prestwick by train

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1h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 60.8 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Prestwick Town twice daily. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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