What is the cheapest way to get from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Alloa Station and Edinburgh Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo. However, there are services departing from Shillinghill and arriving at Silvan House via Bus Station and Shandwick Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Alloa Station and Edinburgh Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo. However, there are services departing from Alloa and arriving at Haymarket via Larbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo?

The distance between Alloa Station and Edinburgh Zoo is 44 miles. The road distance is 28.8 miles.

How do I travel from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £16 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo bus from?

Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Shillinghill station.

Where do I catch the Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo train from?

Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Alloa station.

Train or bus from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo?

The best way to get from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £16 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £16 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo bus arrive?

Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo train arrive?

Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Larbert station.

Can I drive from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo is 29 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Zoo?

There are 2802+ hotels available in Edinburgh Zoo.

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There are 5 ways to get from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alloa to Larberttrain Alloa - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Larbert to Haymarkettrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
1h 24m
£17–28
Drive 28.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoocar 28.6 mi
41 min
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shillinghill to Bus Stationbus X22 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queensferry Streetbus X55
2h 2m
£10–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zootaxi 28.6 mi
41 min
£180–230
Line 51 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Shillinghill to Bus Stationbus 51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Edinburgh Zoobus 909
2h 51m
£8–16

Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 43.5 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Alloa Station, Scotland and Edinburgh Zoo, Scotland?

You can take a train from Alloa to Edinburgh Zoo via Larbert, Haymarket, Haymarket Station, and Edinburgh Zoo in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Alloa Station to Edinburgh Zoo via Shillinghill, Bus Station, Queensferry Street, Shandwick Place, and Silvan House in around 2h 2m.

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