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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Tarbolton is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Tarbolton is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £19 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Tarbolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick to Tarbolton. However, there are services departing from Gardiner Street and arriving at James Street via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Prestwick to Tarbolton?

The distance between Prestwick and Tarbolton is 11 miles. The road distance is 7.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Tarbolton without a car is to train and line 43 bus which takes 44 min and costs £4 - £8.

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

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Prestwick to Tarbolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Tarbolton bus from?

Prestwick to Tarbolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Gardiner Street station.

Where does the Prestwick to Tarbolton bus arrive?

Prestwick to Tarbolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Ayr Bus Station.

Can I drive from Prestwick to Tarbolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Tarbolton is 8 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Prestwick to Tarbolton.

Where can I stay near Tarbolton?

There are 539+ hotels available in Tarbolton.

Prestwick to Tarbolton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 43 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train, line 43 bus
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2. Take the bus from Killoch Place to James Streetbus 343 / ...
44 min
£4–7
Drive 7.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Prestwick to Tarboltoncar 7.8 mi
14 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prestwick to Tarboltontaxi 7.8 mi
14 min
£19–24
Line 4 bus, line 43 bus
1. Take the bus from Gardiner Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 14 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to James Streetbus 343 / ...
54 min
£8–11

Prestwick to Tarbolton by train and bus

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Distance: 10.9 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

You can take a bus from Gardiner Street to James Street via Ayr Bus Station in around 54 min.

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