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

The cheapest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Alva is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Alva is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Cowdenbeath and Alva?

No, there is no direct bus from Cowdenbeath to Alva. However, there are services departing from Hill Street and arriving at The Cross Keys via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Cowdenbeath to Alva?

The distance between Cowdenbeath and Alva is 63 miles. The road distance is 21.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cowdenbeath to Alva without a car is to train and line 52 bus which takes 2h 15m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Cowdenbeath to Alva, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cowdenbeath to Alva bus from?

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

Where does the Cowdenbeath to Alva bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cowdenbeath to Alva?

Yes, the driving distance between Cowdenbeath to Alva is 22 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Cowdenbeath to Alva.

Where can I stay near Alva?

There are 675+ hotels available in Alva.

Cowdenbeath to Alva - 5 ways to travel via train, line 52 bus, and line 33 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cowdenbeath to Alva by train, bus, 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.

Train, line 52 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cowdenbeath to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Stirling
3. Take the bus from Stance A to The Cross Keys324 / ...
2h 15m
Drive 21.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cowdenbeath to Alva21.5 mi
30 min
£6–8
Line 33 bus, bus, line 52 bus
1. Take the bus from Hill Street to Bus Station31A / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX22
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Cross Keys324 / ...
2h 31m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cowdenbeath to Alva21.5 mi
30 min
£45–60
Line 19 bus, bus, line 52 bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Bus Station19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shillinghill8A / ...
3. Take the bus from Shillinghill to The Cross Keys52
2h 35m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 62.8 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Hill Street to The Cross Keys via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 2h 31m.

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