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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Alloa is to bus which costs £12 - £20 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Alloa is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £16 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Alloa?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Alloa. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Shillinghill via Buchanan Bus Station and High Street Stance B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Alloa?

The distance between Prestwick and Alloa is 75 miles. The road distance is 65.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Alloa without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Prestwick to Alloa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Alloa bus from?

Prestwick to Alloa bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Station Road.

Train or bus from Prestwick to Alloa?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Alloa is to train which takes 2h and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £20 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Prestwick to Alloa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwick to Alloa?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Alloa is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Prestwick to Alloa.

Where can I stay near Alloa?

There are 752+ hotels available in Alloa.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Prestwick to Alloa 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 Prestwick Town to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa
2h
£33–62
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
2h 24m
£12–20
Drive 65.1 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Alloacar 65.1 mi
1h 13m
£16–23
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa
3h 18m
£21–38
Bus via Stance A
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X36 / ...
4h 31m
£13–20

Prestwick to Alloa by bus

252Weekly Buses

2h 24mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Prestwick to Alloa.

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Distance: 74.2 mi
Duration: 2h

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Alloa via Glasgow Central, Waterloo Lane, Dundas Street, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 2h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Shillinghill via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and High Street Stance B in around 2h 24m.

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