What is the cheapest way to get from Inverness to Alloway?

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Alloway is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Inverness to Alloway?

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Alloway is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Alloway?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Alloway. However, there are services departing from Inverness Union Street and arriving at Woodend Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Wellington Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Alloway?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Alloway. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Ayr via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Inverness to Alloway?

The distance between Inverness and Alloway is 223 miles. The road distance is 199.9 miles.

How do I travel from Inverness to Alloway without a car?

The best way to get from Inverness to Alloway without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £85 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Inverness to Alloway?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Inverness to Alloway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Alloway bus from?

Inverness to Alloway bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Inverness Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Alloway train from?

Inverness to Alloway train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Alloway?

The best way to get from Inverness to Alloway is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Inverness to Alloway bus arrive?

Inverness to Alloway bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Inverness to Alloway train arrive?

Inverness to Alloway train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Alloway?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Alloway is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Inverness to Alloway.

Where can I stay near Alloway?

There are 527+ hotels available in Alloway.

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There are 5 ways to get from Inverness to Alloway by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
4h 57m
£89–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
5h 29m
£25–42
Drive 198.8 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Allowaycar 198.8 mi
3h 46m
£50–72
Fly, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane INV - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
5h 40m
£111–248
Bus via Bus Station Stance 3
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk093
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77 / ...
5h 37m
£40–78

Inverness to Alloway by train, foot, and bus

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4h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 221.8 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Alloway, Scotland?

You can take a train from Inverness to Cornhill via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, and Ashgrove Street in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Inverness Union Street to Woodend Road via Buchanan Bus Stn, Buchanan Bus Station, Ayr Bus Station, and Wellington Square in around 5h 29m.

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