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

The cheapest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Alloa is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Alloa is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Cowdenbeath and Alloa?

No, there is no direct bus from Cowdenbeath to Alloa. However, there are services departing from Hill Street and arriving at Mar Place via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Cowdenbeath and Alloa?

No, there is no direct train from Cowdenbeath to Alloa. However, there are services departing from Cowdenbeath and arriving at Alloa via Haymarket and Stirling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Cowdenbeath to Alloa?

The distance between Cowdenbeath and Alloa is 20 miles. The road distance is 20.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cowdenbeath to Alloa without a car is to bus which takes 1h 16m and costs £6 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Cowdenbeath to Alloa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cowdenbeath to Alloa bus from?

Cowdenbeath to Alloa bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Hill Street station.

Where do I catch the Cowdenbeath to Alloa train from?

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

Train or bus from Cowdenbeath to Alloa?

The best way to get from Cowdenbeath to Alloa is to bus which takes 1h 16m and costs £6 - £17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Cowdenbeath to Alloa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cowdenbeath to Alloa train arrive?

Cowdenbeath to Alloa train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Cowdenbeath to Alloa?

Yes, the driving distance between Cowdenbeath to Alloa is 20 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Cowdenbeath to Alloa.

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

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Where can I stay near Alloa?

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Cowdenbeath to Alloa - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Cowdenbeath to Alloa by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Mar PlaceX22
1h 16m
£7–16
Drive 19.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cowdenbeath to Alloa19.9 mi
29 min
£5–8
Train
1. Take the train from Cowdenbeath to HaymarketCowdenbeath - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to StirlingEdinburgh - Dunblane / ...
2h 13m
£18–39
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cowdenbeath to Alloa19.9 mi
29 min
£40–55
Line 33 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hill Street to Bus Station31A / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Mar PlaceX22
1h 34m
£6–9
Line 19 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Bus Station19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shillinghill8A / ...
1h 51m
£7–10

Cowdenbeath to Alloa by train

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2h 13mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 20.3 mi
Duration: 1h 16m

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

Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Bus Station to Mar Place hourly. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cowdenbeath to Alloa via Haymarket and Stirling in around 2h 13m.

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