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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Alloa is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Alloa is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Alloa?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Alloa. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Shillinghill via Buchanan Bus Station and High Street Stance B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Alloa?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Alloa is 59 miles. The road distance is 55.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Alloa without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 55m and costs £22 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Kilmarnock to Alloa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Alloa bus from?

Kilmarnock to Alloa bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Kilmarnock Bus Station.

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Alloa?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Alloa is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £26 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £24 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Alloa bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Alloa bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Alloa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Alloa is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Kilmarnock to Alloa.

Where can I stay near Alloa?

There are 756+ hotels available in Alloa.

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

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Bath Streetbus X76 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa
1h 55m
£23–39
Drive 55 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Alloacar 55 mi
1h 2m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow Centraltrain Kilmarnock - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa
2h 3m
£26–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
2h 15m
£16–24
Bus via Stance A
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X36 / ...
3h 12m
£15–21

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kilmarnock to Alloa.

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Distance: 58.5 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

You can take a train from Kilmarnock to Alloa via Glasgow Central, Waterloo Lane, Dundas Street, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Shillinghill via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and High Street Stance B in around 2h 15m.

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