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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Prestwick
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Prestwick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Prestwick will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 2 trains that leave Glasgow for Prestwick on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
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 €9. 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 €9, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 48 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€14 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow to Prestwick train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Prestwick trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:30 AM Glasgow | 0h46 | 7:16 AM Prestwick | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:00 AM Glasgow | 0h48 | 9:48 AM Prestwick | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Prestwick
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Trains from Glasgow to Prestwick run on average 5 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 43m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:36 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow to Prestwick trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Prestwick from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Prestwick
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Glasgow Central, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Prestwick Town, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Prestwick
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Car Park: Airport Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Lifts connecting covered walkway to both platforms. Ramps are available on all trains serving Prestwick International Airport station. Please ask for assistance at the Airport Information Centre.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Available in the airport terminal.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located inside the Airport Building.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- 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 Information Desk on Concourse.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 17:50 Saturday 06:35 - 17:50 Sunday 09:10 - 16:50 Scottish Bookings only
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
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