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Scottish Aviation Museum
Volunteer-run aviation museum beside the airport with aircraft, engines and displays on Scottish flying history. A strong choice for families and enthusiasts.
Cheapest price on 12 Oct
£58
Average ticket price on 12 Oct
£100
Fastest journey on 12 Oct
5 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 12 Oct
5 h 49 m
Trains on 12 Oct
2
Distance
532 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Prestwick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Prestwick will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
On Mon 12 Oct, we found 2 trains from London to Prestwick, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 532 km distance in an average of 5 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 52 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.




Trains from London to Prestwick run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £97 but you can travel from only £41 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 532 km distance in 5h 16m.
Distance 532 km |
Average train duration 5h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £97 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for London to Prestwick trains for today, Sunday 11 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:33 London | 7h12 | 15:45 Prestwick | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:46 London | 6h28 | 17:14 Prestwick | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Discover the best of Prestwick — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Prestwick trip today.
Volunteer-run aviation museum beside the airport with aircraft, engines and displays on Scottish flying history. A strong choice for families and enthusiasts.
Robert Burns birthplace museum in Alloway with manuscripts, objects and interpretation. A rewarding cultural visit within easy reach of Prestwick.
Museum in nearby Ayr with local history collections, art and changing displays. Useful for understanding Ayrshire's past beyond Prestwick itself.
Wide sandy beach and promenade popular for walks, sea views and sunsets. A classic Prestwick area for a relaxed stroll close to the town centre.
Central shopping and strolling street with independent businesses and everyday town life. Useful for getting a feel for modern Prestwick between sights.
Prestwick's old quarter around St Nicholas Church and the shore, valued for its historic atmosphere, lanes and easy links to beach walks.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, long associated with east coast fishing traditions and widely loved across Ayrshire.
Scotland’s national dish of sheep offal, oats and spices in a casing. It is a traditional Burns supper staple and common on local menus.
Minced beef cooked with onions and gravy, often served with tatties or in a pie. A classic hearty Scottish comfort dish eaten in homes and pubs.
Friendly café and bistro for breakfast, lunch, coffee and home baking, popular for a relaxed daytime meal in Prestwick.
Popular casual restaurant known for steaks, burgers and grills in a relaxed modern setting near Prestwick’s main dining area.
Well-known Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a comfortable, established town-centre setting.
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and dining are often a little cheaper than in Glasgow or Edinburgh, while local transport and everyday costs stay fairly typical.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and spare change is fine in cafés.
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Prestwick Town -> Glasgow Central
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

Most London to Prestwick trains use the London Euston to Prestwick Town station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Prestwick train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London Paddington 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
Prestwick Town is 2 km from Prestwick city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Prestwick Town.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Prestwick Town: Parking, WC.
Available at Prestwick Town: Bike Parking.
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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