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Outbound fromPrestwick International Airport to Giffnock by train
It takes an average of 1h 20m to travel from Prestwick International Airport to Giffnock by train, over a distance of around 24 miles (38 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Prestwick International Airport to Giffnock and tickets for this journey start from £10.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:12 | |
| Departure station | Prestwick International Airport | |
| Arrival station | Giffnock | |
| Journey time | From 1h 16m | |
| Distance | 24 miles (38 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £10.80 | |
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Take the train from Prestwick International Airport to Giffnock in 1 hour 16 minutes
If you want to travel from Prestwick International Airport to Giffnock by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Prestwick International Airport to Giffnock by train to take around 1 hour 20 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 16 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 1 train per day running on this route, which spans 24 miles (38 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Giffnock. You can travel with ScotRail trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Prestwick International Airport to Giffnock start from £10.80 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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FAQs about the train journey from Prestwick International Airport to Giffnock
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Cheap train tickets from Prestwick International Airport to Giffnock
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Prestwick International Airport to Giffnock is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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