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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Prestwick
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Prestwick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Prestwick will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Prestwick without transferring at least once.
8:00 AM1h44Edinburgh9:44 AMPrestwick Town$741One-way1 transfer- 8:30 AM1h43Edinburgh10:13 AMPrestwick Town$741One-way1 transfer
- 9:00 AM1h44Edinburgh10:44 AMPrestwick Town$741One-way1 transfer
- 9:32 AM1h41Edinburgh11:13 AMPrestwick Town$741One-way1 transfer
- 10:00 AM1h44Edinburgh11:44 AMPrestwick Town$741One-way1 transfer
- 9:32 AM1h41Edinburgh11:13 AMPrestwick Town$741One-way1 transfer
- 1:02 PM1h42Edinburgh2:44 PMPrestwick Town$741One-way1 transfer
- 8:30 AM1h43Edinburgh10:13 AMPrestwick Town$741One-way1 transfer
- 10:30 AM1h43Edinburgh12:13 PMPrestwick Town$741One-way1 transfer
- 11:30 AM1h43Edinburgh1:13 PMPrestwick Town$741One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Prestwick
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Trains from Edinburgh to Prestwick run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (103 km) distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 64 miles (103 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 11:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Prestwick train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Prestwick trains for today, Saturday, August 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C14736 · L86822 | Delayed 5:46 AM 6:45 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h27 | 8:13 AM 8:13 AMPrestwick Town (PTW) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, August 9 | |||||
| 8:00 AM Edinburgh | 1h44 | 9:44 AM Prestwick Town | 1 transfer | |
| 8:30 AM Edinburgh | 1h43 | 10:13 AM Prestwick Town | 1 transfer | |
| 9:00 AM Edinburgh | 1h44 | 10:44 AM Prestwick Town | 1 transfer | |
| 9:32 AM Edinburgh | 1h41 | 11:13 AM Prestwick Town | 1 transfer | |
| 10:00 AM Edinburgh | 1h44 | 11:44 AM Prestwick Town | 1 transfer | |
| 10:30 AM Edinburgh | 1h43 | 12:13 PM Prestwick Town | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Prestwick
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Prestwick by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prestwick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Prestwick
Most Edinburgh to Prestwick trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Prestwick International Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Prestwick train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
Which Prestwick station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Prestwick Town from Prestwick city centre
Prestwick Town is 2 km from Prestwick city centre. Public transport options include:
Prestwick Town train station facilities and services
Prestwick Town has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Prestwick Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Prestwick Town. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Prestwick Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Prestwick Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Prestwick Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level from car park to platform 2 and steep ramp to platform 1. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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