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Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Prestwick
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Prestwick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 29 miles (48 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Prestwick is a bus with an average price of $11 (€9).
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Prestwick:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Prestwick costing on average $17 (€14).
The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Prestwick is by train with an average journey time of 46m.
Other travel options to Prestwick take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 3m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Glasgow and Prestwick including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Glasgow to Prestwick among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $54 (€45) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $43 (€36). The journey takes 2h 3m versus 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Stagecoach West Scotland.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Glasgow to Prestwick Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 12:13AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 07:22AM | Arrival Time 08:03AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 08:36AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:01AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:21AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 09:56AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:11AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:21AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:31AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 10:51AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:13AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:21AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 11:51AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:13PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 12:21PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:41PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:01PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:13PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 01:21PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:41PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:01PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:13PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:21PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:41PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:01PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:13PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:21PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:43PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:51PM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:13PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:26PM | Duration 0h46 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:43PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 04:56PM | Duration 0h46 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:13PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:43PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:13PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 05:58PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 06:23PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 06:48PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 07:18PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 07:43PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 08:13PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 08:43PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 09:13PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 09:43PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 10:13PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Stagecoach West Scotland | Departure Time 11:13PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Live departures
Glasgow to Prestwick bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Prestwick buses for today, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 11:40 AM Glasgow | 0h41 | 12:21 PM Saunterne Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:00 PM Glasgow | 0h41 | 12:41 PM Saunterne Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:20 PM Glasgow | 0h41 | 1:01 PM Saunterne Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:40 PM Glasgow | 0h41 | 1:21 PM Saunterne Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:00 PM Glasgow | 0h41 | 1:41 PM Saunterne Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:20 PM Glasgow | 0h41 | 2:01 PM Saunterne Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:40 PM Glasgow | 0h41 | 2:21 PM Saunterne Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:00 PM Glasgow | 0h41 | 2:41 PM Saunterne Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:20 PM Glasgow | 0h41 | 3:01 PM Saunterne Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:40 PM Glasgow | 0h41 | 3:21 PM Saunterne Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:10 PM Glasgow | 0h41 | 3:51 PM Saunterne Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:40 PM Glasgow | 0h46 | 4:26 PM Saunterne Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:10 PM Glasgow | 0h46 | 4:56 PM Saunterne Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Prestwick
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Glasgow to Prestwick run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:09, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 41m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 29 miles (48 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 41m |
First bus 6:09 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Stagecoach West Scotland from Glasgow to PrestwickYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Prestwick with Stagecoach West Scotland for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Stagecoach West Scotland
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
41m
Cheapest Price
$11 (€9)
Stagecoach West Scotland frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to Prestwick
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Prestwick by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prestwick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Glasgow to Prestwick can start from as little as $11 (€9) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Glasgow to Prestwick is $11 (€9) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Glasgow to Prestwick is 41m to travel the 29 miles (48 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Glasgow to Prestwick leaves at 6:09 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Glasgow to Prestwick leaves at 9:00 PM.
There are 6 buses a day from Glasgow to Prestwick which require at least one change with Stagecoach West Scotland. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Glasgow to Prestwick, you can count on Stagecoach West Scotland for the best way to get you to Prestwick. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Glasgow and Prestwick and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Prestwick from Glasgow is worth doing with a journey time of 41m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Glasgow and Prestwick including taking a train and bus.
No, the bus from Glasgow to Prestwick has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Glasgow to Prestwick.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Glasgow to Prestwick.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Glasgow to Prestwick.
No, luggage for the bus from Glasgow to Prestwick needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Glasgow to Prestwick.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Glasgow to Prestwick.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Glasgow to Prestwick.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Glasgow to Prestwick.
Since neither Glasgow nor Prestwick are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Glasgow to Prestwick among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Prestwick, travelers should be mindful of petty theft, particularly around busy areas like the airport and train station. It's important to stay alert when using public transport and avoid accepting unsolicited help with luggage to prevent scams. Additionally, be cautious with unofficial taxi services and always use licensed providers to ensure safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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