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 23m.

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 4h 57m and costs £65 - £200.

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 North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall Street and Lordswood Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 23m.

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 Stirling, Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Alloa to Cardiff?

The distance between Alloa and Cardiff is 411 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 Edinburgh which takes 8h 25m and costs £150 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m 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 Stirling station.

Train or bus from Alloa to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Alloa to Cardiff is to train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 25m and costs £150 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £120 and takes 11h 23m.

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 Haymarket 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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How do I get a bus ticket from Alloa to Cardiff?

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

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

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Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
best
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
4h 57m
£65–192
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 Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Road to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
11h 23m
£56–112
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Stirling to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 25m
£154–269
Drive 386.2 mi
1. Drive from Alloa to Cardiffcar 386.2 mi
7h 22m
£97–139
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 13m
£78–189
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 21m
£106–216
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 37m
£112–228
Train
1. Take the train from Larbert to Crewetrain Southbound
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
8h 31m
£106–192
Train #2
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
9h 47m
£226–329

Alloa to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 408.4 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Alloa to Cardiff Central via Stirling, Haymarket, and Crewe in around 8h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shillinghill to Sophia Gardens via High Street Stance B, North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall Street, and Lordswood Road in around 11h 23m.

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