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

The cheapest way to get from Lanark to Alloway is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lanark to Alloway is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Lanark and Alloway?

No, there is no direct bus from Lanark to Alloway. However, there are services departing from Wellgate and arriving at Woodend Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Lanark to Alloway?

The distance between Lanark and Alloway is 72 miles. The road distance is 45.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lanark to Alloway without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £19 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Lanark to Alloway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lanark to Alloway bus from?

Lanark to Alloway bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, depart from Wellgate station.

Train or bus from Lanark to Alloway?

The best way to get from Lanark to Alloway is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £19 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Lanark to Alloway bus arrive?

Lanark to Alloway bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lanark to Alloway?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanark to Alloway is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Lanark to Alloway.

Where can I stay near Alloway?

There are 473+ hotels available in Alloway.

Lanark to Alloway - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Lanark to Alloway 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
best
1. Take the train from Lanark to Glasgow CentralLanark - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to AyrGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 25m
£19–27
Drive 45.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lanark to Alloway45.3 mi
1h 3m
£12–17
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lanark to Glasgow CentralLanark - Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77 / ...
2h 45m
£16–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lanark to Alloway45.3 mi
1h 3m
£95–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wellgate to Buchanan Bus Station240X
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77 / ...
2h 48m

Lanark to Alloway by train and bus

219Weekly Services

2h 25mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lanark to Alloway.

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Distance: 71.8 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Lanark to Cornhill via Glasgow Central, Ayr, and Ashgrove Street in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellgate to Woodend Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Ayr Bus Station in around 2h 48m.

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