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

The cheapest way to get from Alloa to Shotts is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Alloa to Shotts is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Alloa and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Alloa to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Shillinghill and arriving at King Street via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station and Kirk Road Service Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Alloa and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Alloa to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Alloa and arriving at Shotts via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Alloa to Shotts?

The distance between Alloa and Shotts is 56 miles. The road distance is 30.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alloa to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £20 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Alloa to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alloa to Shotts bus from?

Alloa to Shotts bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Approach Road station.

Where do I catch the Alloa to Shotts train from?

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

Train or bus from Alloa to Shotts?

The best way to get from Alloa to Shotts is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £20 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Alloa to Shotts bus arrive?

Alloa to Shotts bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Alloa to Shotts train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alloa to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Alloa to Shotts is 30 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Alloa to Shotts.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

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Alloa to Shotts - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Alloa to Shotts by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alloa to Glasgow Queen StreetAlloa - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to ShottsGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
1h 56m
£20–22
Drive 30 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alloa to Shotts30 mi
38 min
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kirk Road Service StationX11
2h 52m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alloa to Shotts30 mi
38 min
£60–80

Alloa to Shotts by train and foot

188Weekly Services

1h 56mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 55.9 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Alloa, Scotland and Shotts, Scotland?

You can take a train from Alloa to Shotts via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shillinghill to King Street via High Street Stance B, North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, and Kirk Road Service Station in around 2h 52m.

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