What is the cheapest way to get from Alloa to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Alloa to Cardiff is to bus which costs £45 - £90 and takes 11h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alloa to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Alloa to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 5h 9m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Alloa and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Alloa to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Shillinghill and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Alloa and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Alloa to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Alloa and arriving at Cardiff Central via Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

How far is it from Alloa to Cardiff?

The distance between Alloa and Cardiff is 418 miles. The road distance is 388.5 miles.

How do I travel from Alloa to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Alloa to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 21m and costs £65 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Alloa to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 8h 21m to get from Alloa to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alloa to Cardiff bus from?

Alloa to Cardiff bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Alloa to Cardiff train from?

Alloa to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Alloa station.

Train or bus from Alloa to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Alloa to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 8h 21m and costs £65 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 11h 49m.

Where does the Alloa to Cardiff bus arrive?

Alloa to Cardiff bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Alloa to Cardiff train arrive?

Alloa to Cardiff train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Alloa to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Alloa to Cardiff is 389 miles. It takes approximately 7h 18m to drive from Alloa to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Alloa to Cardiff?

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Alloa to Cardiff - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Alloa to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Alloa to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
8h 21m
£69–233
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alloa to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 9m
£43–128
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
11h 49m
£46–87
Drive 386.3 mi
1. Drive from Alloa to Cardiff386.3 mi
7h 18m
£95–138
Train
1. Take the train from Larbert to Edinburgh WaverleyDunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
9h 24m
£81–400
Train #2
1. Take the train from Stirling to CreweInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
9h 45m
£96–192
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 19m
£57–147
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
5h 17m
£88–204
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Alloa to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 44m
£63–195
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Park
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 49m
£77–214

Alloa to Cardiff by train and foot

49Weekly Services

8h 21mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 415.6 mi
Duration: 8h 21m

What companies run services between Alloa, Scotland and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Alloa to Cardiff Central via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Crewe in around 8h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shillinghill to Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 11h 49m.

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