What is the cheapest way to get from Linlithgow to Alness?

The cheapest way to get from Linlithgow to Alness is to bus via Dunblane which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Linlithgow to Alness?

The fastest way to get from Linlithgow to Alness is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Linlithgow and Alness?

No, there is no direct bus from Linlithgow to Alness. However, there are services departing from Cross and arriving at Library via Queensferry Street and Bus Station Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Linlithgow to Alness?

The distance between Linlithgow and Alness is 191 miles. The road distance is 173.1 miles.

How do I travel from Linlithgow to Alness without a car?

The best way to get from Linlithgow to Alness without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £40 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Linlithgow to Alness?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Linlithgow to Alness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linlithgow to Alness bus from?

Linlithgow to Alness bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Train or bus from Linlithgow to Alness?

The best way to get from Linlithgow to Alness is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £40 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Dunblane, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Linlithgow to Alness bus arrive?

Linlithgow to Alness bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Linlithgow to Alness?

Yes, the driving distance between Linlithgow to Alness is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Linlithgow to Alness.

Where can I stay near Alness?

There are 889+ hotels available in Alness.

Linlithgow to Alness - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Linlithgow to Alness by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
5h 40m
£44–142
Bus via Dunblane
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dunblane Police Station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
5h 56m
£30–47
Drive 172.1 mi
1. Drive from Linlithgow to Alnesscar 172.1 mi
3h 3m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
6h 52m
£33–49

Linlithgow to Alness by train and bus

85Weekly Services

5h 40mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 190.2 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Linlithgow, Scotland and Alness, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Stirling to Inverness every 3 hours. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Dunblane Police Station to Inverness Union Street every 3 hours. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 3h 3m.

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