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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Prestwick is to train and bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Prestwick is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Prestwick Town via Oxenholme Lake District and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Windermere to Prestwick?

The distance between Windermere and Prestwick is 200 miles. The road distance is 138 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Prestwick without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Windermere to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Prestwick train from?

Windermere to Prestwick train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Windermere to Prestwick train arrive?

Windermere to Prestwick train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Prestwick is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Windermere to Prestwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 505+ hotels available in Prestwick.

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

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

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 Oxenholme Lake District to Glasgow CentralRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick TownGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
3h 49m
£32–57
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisle
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Road4 / ...
5h 11m
£24–51
Drive 137.2 mi
1. Drive from Windermere to Prestwick137.2 mi
2h 44m
£35–50
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to CarlisleRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to KilmarnockCarlisle - Glasgow Central
4h 56m
£38–88

Windermere to Prestwick by train

113Weekly Trains

3h 49mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 198.8 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Windermere, England and Prestwick, Scotland?

You can take a train from Windermere to Prestwick Town via Oxenholme Lake District and Glasgow Central in around 3h 49m.

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