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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow Prestwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow Prestwick Airport will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 3 trains that leave Edinburgh for Glasgow Prestwick Airport every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 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.
7:282h45Edinburgh10:13Glasgow Prestwick Airport£261One-way0 changes- 8:302h16Edinburgh10:46Glasgow Prestwick Airport£271One-way0 changes
- 7:302h16Edinburgh9:46Glasgow Prestwick Airport£271One-way0 changes
- 8:302h16Edinburgh10:46Glasgow Prestwick Airport£271One-way0 changes
- 7:302h16Edinburgh9:46Glasgow Prestwick Airport£271One-way0 changes
- 7:282h45Edinburgh10:13Glasgow Prestwick Airport£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Glasgow Prestwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 101 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£27 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Glasgow Prestwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Glasgow Prestwick Airport trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:30 Edinburgh | 2h13 | 9:43 Glasgow Prestwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:30 Edinburgh | 2h13 | 10:43 Glasgow Prestwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:27 Edinburgh | 2h45 | 13:12 Glasgow Prestwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Glasgow Prestwick Airport by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Glasgow Prestwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Glasgow Prestwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 10:27. The fastest train covers the 101 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 101 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 7:27 |
Last train 10:27 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: Scotrail, Transpennine Express, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Glasgow Prestwick Airport trainsScotrail, Transpennine Express, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Glasgow Prestwick Airport from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Glasgow Prestwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Glasgow Prestwick Airport 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 Glasgow Prestwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Most Edinburgh to Glasgow Prestwick Airport trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Glasgow Prestwick Airport 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 Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
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 Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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