What is the cheapest way to get from Fort William to Prestwick Airport?

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Prestwick Airport is to bus which costs £20 - £30 and takes 4h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort William to Prestwick Airport?

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Prestwick Airport is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Prestwick Airport?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Prestwick Airport. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Prestwick Airport Stop 2 via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Prestwick Airport?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Prestwick Airport. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Prestwick Intl Airport via Dalmuir and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Fort William to Prestwick Airport?

The distance between Fort William and Prestwick Airport is 135 miles. The road distance is 130.4 miles.

How do I travel from Fort William to Prestwick Airport without a car?

The best way to get from Fort William to Prestwick Airport without a car is to bus which takes 4h 3m and costs £20 - £30.

How long does it take to get from Fort William to Prestwick Airport?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Fort William to Prestwick Airport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Prestwick Airport bus from?

Fort William to Prestwick Airport bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Prestwick Airport train from?

Fort William to Prestwick Airport train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Fort William station.

Train or bus from Fort William to Prestwick Airport?

The best way to get from Fort William to Prestwick Airport is to bus which takes 4h 3m and costs £20 - £30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Fort William to Prestwick Airport bus arrive?

Fort William to Prestwick Airport bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Fort William to Prestwick Airport train arrive?

Fort William to Prestwick Airport train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dalmuir station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Prestwick Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Prestwick Airport is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Fort William to Prestwick Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from Fort William to Prestwick Airport?

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There are 4 ways to get from Fort William to Prestwick Airport by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Prestwick Airport Stop 2bus X77k / ...
4h 3m
£21–29
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Dalmuirtrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Intl Airporttrain Glasgow Central - Ayr
5h 8m
£51–122
Drive 129.6 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Prestwick Airportcar 129.6 mi
2h 35m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Anniesland Crossbus 915
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestwick Intl Airporttrain Glasgow Central - Ayr
4h 25m
£36–68

Fort William to Prestwick Airport by train

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Distance: 134.3 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Fort William, Scotland and Prestwick Airport, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Prestwick Airport Stop 2 via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fort William to Prestwick Intl Airport via Dalmuir, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 8m.

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