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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Ambleside is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Ambleside is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Salutation Hotel via Glasgow, Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Windermere via Glasgow Central and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Ambleside?

The distance between Prestwick and Ambleside is 205 miles. The road distance is 134.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Ambleside without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Prestwick to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Ambleside bus from?

Prestwick to Ambleside bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Station Road.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Ambleside train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Ambleside?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Ambleside is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Prestwick to Ambleside bus arrive?

Prestwick to Ambleside bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Prestwick to Ambleside train arrive?

Prestwick to Ambleside train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Prestwick to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Ambleside is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Prestwick to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3847+ hotels available in Ambleside.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 42m
£61–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77k / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Carlislebus Ukn31
6h 41m
£31–46
Drive 133.5 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Amblesidecar 133.5 mi
2h 38m
£33–48
Line 4 bus, train, line 104 bus, bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Dunlop Streetbus 4
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisletrain
3. Take the bus from La Mexxaluna to Bus Stationbus 104
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X5 / ...
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Salutation Hotelbus 555
7h 5m
£50–77

Prestwick to Ambleside by train and bus

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4h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 203.5 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Prestwick, Scotland and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to bus interchange via Glasgow Central, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Salutation Hotel via Glasgow, Carlisle, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 41m.

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