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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Arbroath is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Arbroath is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Arbroath station. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Arbroath via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Arbroath?

The distance between Prestwick and Arbroath is 138 miles. The road distance is 123.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Arbroath without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Prestwick to Arbroath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Arbroath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Arbroath train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Arbroath is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 72 bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Prestwick to Arbroath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prestwick to Arbroath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwick to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Arbroath is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Prestwick to Arbroath.

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

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Where can I stay near Arbroath?

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Prestwick to Arbroath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 72 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Prestwick to Arbroath 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 Queen Street to Arbroathtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 32m
£56–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77k / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
4h 15m
£22–35
Bus, line 72 bus
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9
3. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 72 / ...
3h 41m
£25–49
Drive 123.2 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Arbroathcar 123.2 mi
2h 25m
£31–44

Prestwick to Arbroath by train and foot

112Weekly Services

3h 32mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.3 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Arbroath via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station in around 3h 41m.

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