What is the cheapest way to get from Whitburn to Prestonpans?

The cheapest way to get from Whitburn to Prestonpans is to bus and line 26 bus which costs £5 and takes 2h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Whitburn to Prestonpans?

The fastest way to get from Whitburn to Prestonpans is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Whitburn and Prestonpans?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitburn to Prestonpans. However, there are services departing from Cross and arriving at Ayres Wynd via St Andrew's House. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Whitburn to Prestonpans?

The distance between Whitburn and Prestonpans is 34 miles. The road distance is 33.2 miles.

How do I travel from Whitburn to Prestonpans without a car?

The best way to get from Whitburn to Prestonpans without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 58m and costs £14 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Whitburn to Prestonpans?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Whitburn to Prestonpans, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitburn to Prestonpans bus from?

Whitburn to Prestonpans bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Cross station.

Where does the Whitburn to Prestonpans bus arrive?

Whitburn to Prestonpans bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at St Andrew's House station.

Can I drive from Whitburn to Prestonpans?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitburn to Prestonpans is 33 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Whitburn to Prestonpans.

Where can I stay near Prestonpans?

There are 2864+ hotels available in Prestonpans.

Whitburn to Prestonpans - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 26 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Whitburn to Prestonpans by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cross to Gordon Avenuebus X18
2. Take the train from Bathgate to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestonpanstrain
1h 58m
£14–25
Bus, line 26 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cross to St Andrew's Housebus X18
2. Take the bus from St Andrew's House to Ayres Wyndbus 26 / ...
2h 28m
£5
Drive 33 mi
1. Drive from Whitburn to Prestonpanscar 33 mi
37 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Whitburn to Prestonpanstaxi 33 mi
37 min
£70–85

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Distance: 33.6 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Whitburn, Scotland and Prestonpans, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Cross to Ayres Wynd via St Andrew's House in around 2h 28m.

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