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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbernauld to Alloa is to drive which costs £4 - £8 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbernauld to Alloa is to drive which takes 23 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbernauld and Alloa?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbernauld to Alloa. However, there are services departing from Town Centre stances and arriving at Shillinghill via High Street Stance B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Cumbernauld and Alloa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Croy and arriving at Alloa. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Cumbernauld to Alloa?

The distance between Cumbernauld and Alloa is 25 miles. The road distance is 20.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Alloa without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £8 - £21.

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

The train from Croy to Alloa takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Alloa bus from?

Cumbernauld to Alloa bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Town Centre stances station.

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Alloa train from?

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

Train or bus from Cumbernauld to Alloa?

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Alloa is to train which takes 30 min and costs £8 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £9 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Cumbernauld to Alloa bus arrive?

Cumbernauld to Alloa bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Where does the Cumbernauld to Alloa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cumbernauld to Alloa?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbernauld to Alloa is 20 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Cumbernauld to Alloa.

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

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Where can I stay near Alloa?

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Cumbernauld to Alloa - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Cumbernauld to Alloa by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Croy to Alloatrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa
30 min
£8–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Town Centre stances to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Street Stance B to Shillinghillbus 8A
1h 9m
£5–9
Drive 20.2 mi
1. Drive from Cumbernauld to Alloacar 20.2 mi
23 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cumbernauld to Alloataxi 20.2 mi
23 min
£45–55
Bus, line 51 bus
1. Take the bus from Town Centre stances to Bus Stationbus X36
2. Take the bus from Stance A to Shillinghillbus 51
1h 31m

Cumbernauld to Alloa by train

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Distance: 24.7 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Croy to Alloa hourly. Tickets cost £8–21 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Centre stances to Shillinghill via North Approach Road and High Street Stance B in around 1h 9m.

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