Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow to Prestonpans
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Prestonpans among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 80 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Prestonpans
Buses from Glasgow to Prestonpans run on average 57 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 56 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 80 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 80 km |
Average bus duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 57 |
Direct buses 56 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
FAQs: Glasgow to Prestonpans coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Prestonpans by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prestonpans, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Prestonpans
- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
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