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

The cheapest way to get from Alloa to Elgin is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alloa to Elgin is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Alloa and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Alloa to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Shillinghill and arriving at Elgin West Road via Bus Station, Bus Station and Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Alloa and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Alloa to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Alloa and arriving at Elgin via Stirling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Alloa to Elgin?

The distance between Alloa and Elgin is 201 miles. The road distance is 147.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alloa to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Alloa to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alloa to Elgin bus from?

Alloa to Elgin bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Alloa to Elgin train from?

Alloa to Elgin train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stirling station.

Train or bus from Alloa to Elgin?

The best way to get from Alloa to Elgin is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Perth, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Alloa to Elgin bus arrive?

Alloa to Elgin bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at South Street station.

Where does the Alloa to Elgin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alloa to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Alloa to Elgin is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Alloa to Elgin.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
4h 49m
£78–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
6h 32m
£31–69
Bus via Perth
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Streetbus M8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus
3. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Elgin West Roadbus
6h 23m
£32–66
Drive 146.6 mi
1. Drive from Alloa to Elgincar 146.6 mi
3h 7m
£37–53

Alloa to Elgin by train

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4h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 199.8 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Stirling to Elgin once daily. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shillinghill to Elgin West Road via Bus Station, South Street, Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 3, and Inverness Union Street in around 6h 23m.

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