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

The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Alloa is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Paisley to Alloa is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Paisley and Alloa?

No, there is no direct bus from Paisley to Alloa. However, there are services departing from Smithhills Street and arriving at Shillinghill via Buchanan Bus Station and High Street Stance B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Paisley and Alloa?

No, there is no direct train from Paisley to Alloa. However, there are services departing from Paisley Gilmour Street and arriving at Alloa via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Paisley to Alloa?

The distance between Paisley and Alloa is 44 miles. The road distance is 41.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Alloa without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £17 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Paisley to Alloa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Alloa bus from?

Paisley to Alloa bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Smithhills Street station.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Alloa train from?

Paisley to Alloa train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Paisley to Alloa?

The best way to get from Paisley to Alloa is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £17 - £19. Alternatively, you can line 9 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Paisley to Alloa bus arrive?

Paisley to Alloa bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Paisley to Alloa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paisley to Alloa?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Alloa is 41 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Paisley to Alloa.

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

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Where can I stay near Alloa?

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Paisley to Alloa - 6 ways to travel via train, line 9 bus, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Paisley to Alloa by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa
1h 28m
£17–18
Drive 41 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paisley to Alloacar 41 mi
52 min
£10–15
Line 9 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Forbes Place to West Regent Streetbus 9
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa
2h
Line 9 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Smithhills Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
2h 31m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Paisley to Alloataxi 41 mi
52 min
£85–110
Line 26 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Espedair Burn to Bath Streetbus 26
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa
2h 33m
£17–18

Paisley to Alloa by train and foot

222Weekly Services

1h 28mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 43.4 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloa hourly. Tickets cost £12–13 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Smithhills Street to Shillinghill via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and High Street Stance B in around 2h 31m.

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