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 £55 - £120 and takes 11h 48m.

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 14m and costs £60 - £160.

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 University RE via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 48m.

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, Warrington Bank Quay and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

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 Glasgow which takes 8h 32m and costs £140 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 8h 32m 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 Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Approach Road 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 Glasgow which takes 8h 32m and costs £140 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £120 and takes 11h 48m.

Where does the Alloa to Cardiff bus arrive?

Alloa to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, 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 22m to drive from Alloa to Cardiff.

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

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Alloa to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Alloa to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Alloa to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 32m
£149–267
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to University REbus 111
11h 48m
£55–112
Drive 386.2 mi
1. Drive from Alloa to Cardiffcar 386.2 mi
7h 22m
£95–137
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Alloa to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 14m
£60–156
Train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Crewetrain Inverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
9h 20m
£113–200
Train #2
1. Take the train from Alloa to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Alloa - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Newport (S Wales)train Glasgow Central - Plymouth
10h 6m
£270–398
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Parktrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 25m
£69–163
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Alloa to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 33m
£101–200
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Parktrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 44m
£107–202

Alloa to Cardiff by train and foot

116Weekly Services

8h 32mAverage Duration

£149Cheapest Price

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Distance: 415.6 mi
Duration: 8h 32m

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, Warrington Bank Quay, and Crewe in around 8h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shillinghill to University RE via High Street Stance B, North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 11h 48m.

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