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 £50 - £100 and takes 13h 15m.

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 59m and costs £60 - £170.

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 19m.

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 Glasgow which takes 8h 19m and costs £150 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m 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 Glasgow which takes 8h 19m and costs £150 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £100 and takes 13h 15m.

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 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, plane, bus, and car

Q: 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 Cardiff North Road via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 15m.

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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 59m
£62–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Bristol Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus
13h 15m
£50–99
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Alloa to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 19m
£155–272
Drive 386.3 mi
1. Drive from Alloa to Cardiffcar 386.3 mi
7h 22m
£94–136
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 12m
£73–187
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 23m
£99–199
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 36m
£110–216
Train
1. Take the train from Larbert to Crewetrain Southbound
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
8h 32m
£106–186
Train #2
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
9h 50m
£248–353

Alloa to Cardiff by train and foot

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8h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 408.6 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shillinghill to Cardiff North Road via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, and Bristol Bus Station in around 13h 15m.

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