How to travel from Glasgow to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK), United Kingdom

The distance between Glasgow and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is around 50km (31 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus which takes around 34min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Glasgow to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) by bus, train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Bus

Take the bus to Prestwick Airport Stop 2.

  • Duration34min
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    £7($8)
Operated by

Stagecoach West Scotland

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Train

Take the train to Prestwick Intl Airport.

  • Duration51min
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    £10($12)
Operated by

First ScotRail Service

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Glasgow/Prestwick Airport (PIK).

  • Duration37min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    £84($100)
Operated by

Southside Radio Cars

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Drive

Drive to Glasgow/Prestwick Airport (PIK).

  • Duration37min
  • Distance52km (33 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Glasgow and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)

There are several options for getting from Glasgow to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) by bus, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £7 ($8) and will take around 34min.

The distance between Glasgow and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is around 50km (31 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 45km (28 miles)

It takes around 34min to get from Glasgow and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 37min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Glasgow to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is to take the bus which takes around 34min and will set you back approx £7 ($8).

The cheapest way to travel between Glasgow and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK), if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £7 ($8) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Glasgow and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). It typically takes around 51min and departs every 30 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Glasgow and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) with no changeovers required. The train runs every 30 mins and takes 51min.

First ScotRail Service run train services between Glasgow and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). Trains depart every 30 mins and will take around 51min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Glasgow and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). It typically takes around 34min and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Glasgow and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 34min.

Stagecoach West Scotland run regular bus services between Glasgow and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). Buses run hourly and take around 34min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

The easiest way to get to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) from Glasgow is to take the bus which will take 34min and cost around £7 ($8).

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Glasgow to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). We recommend that you take the bus to Prestwick Airport Stop 2. instead which will take 34min.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Glasgow and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). The distance is around 52km (33 miles) by road and it will take around 37min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Glasgow to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is to take the bus which takes, on average, 34min and will usually cost around £7 ($8).

How do I get from Glasgow to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)

Compare travel optionsbetween Glasgow and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)

Transport options from Glasgow to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
34min
£7($8)
every 20 mins50km (31 miles)
Train
51min
£10($12)
every 30 mins60km (37 miles)
Taxi
37min
£84($100)
on demand52km (33 miles)
Drive
37min
£6($7)
on demand52km (33 miles)

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