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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Prestwick is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Prestwick is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Saunterne Road via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Darlington to Prestwick?

The distance between Darlington and Prestwick is 246 miles. The road distance is 165.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Prestwick without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £100 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Darlington to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Prestwick bus from?

Darlington to Prestwick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Prestwick train from?

Darlington to Prestwick train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Darlington to Prestwick is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £100 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Darlington to Prestwick bus arrive?

Darlington to Prestwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Darlington to Prestwick train arrive?

Darlington to Prestwick train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Prestwick is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Darlington to Prestwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 574+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Darlington to Prestwick - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Darlington to Prestwick by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Glasgow Centraltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Towntrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
4h 8m
£105–157
Drive 164.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Darlington to Prestwickcar 164.3 mi
3h 19m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Roadbus X77k / ...
5h 52m
£42–66
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane NCL - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Prestwick Towntrain
6h 17m
£92–224
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Towntrain
4h 19m
£74–156
Train, line 240 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Darlington to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Motherwelltrain
3. Take the bus from Motherwell station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 240
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Saunterne Roadbus 4 / ...
6h 32m
£60–127

Darlington to Prestwick by train

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Distance: 244.7 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a train from Darlington to Prestwick Town via Glasgow Central in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Saunterne Road via Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 52m.

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