The average train between Cardiff and Alloa takes 8h 59m and the fastest train takes 7h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Alloa. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Cardiff and Alloa. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Alloa at 10:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 8h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Alloa? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Alloa. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Alloa station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.
Cardiff to Alloa train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Alloa train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Alloa station.
Book your Cardiff to Alloa train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Cardiff and Alloa is 517 km. The road distance is 669 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Alloa via Crewe, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 8h.