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 33m.

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 £15 - £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 33m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Alloa?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Alloa. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Alloa via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Alloa?

The distance between Prestwick and Alloa is 69 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 bus and train which takes 2h 1m and costs £18 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m 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.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Alloa train from?

Prestwick to Alloa train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Prestwick Town station.

Train or bus from Prestwick to Alloa?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Alloa is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £23 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £20 and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Prestwick to Alloa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prestwick to Alloa train arrive?

Prestwick to Alloa train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central 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.

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

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Where can I stay near Alloa?

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Prestwick to Alloa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Prestwick to Alloa by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Bath Streetbus X77k / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa
2h 1m
£18–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77k / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
2h 33m
£12–20
Train
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 3m
£24–25
Drive 65.1 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Alloacar 65.1 mi
1h 13m
£16–23

Prestwick to Alloa by bus, foot, and train

222Weekly Services

2h 1mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Prestwick to Alloa.

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Distance: 68.9 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Alloa via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 2h 3m. 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 33m.

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