What is the cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Alloa?

The cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Alloa is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Alloa?

The fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Alloa is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct train between East Kilbride and Alloa?

No, there is no direct train from East Kilbride to Alloa. However, there are services departing from East Kilbride and arriving at Alloa via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from East Kilbride to Alloa?

The distance between East Kilbride and Alloa is 48 miles. The road distance is 38 miles.

How do I travel from East Kilbride to Alloa without a car?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Alloa without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £19 - £40.

How long does it take to get from East Kilbride to Alloa?

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from East Kilbride to Alloa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Kilbride to Alloa train from?

East Kilbride to Alloa train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from East Kilbride station.

Where does the East Kilbride to Alloa train arrive?

East Kilbride to Alloa train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from East Kilbride to Alloa?

Yes, the driving distance between East Kilbride to Alloa is 38 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from East Kilbride to Alloa.

How do I get a train ticket from East Kilbride to Alloa?

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Where can I stay near Alloa?

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East Kilbride to Alloa - 4 ways to travel via train, line 6 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from East Kilbride to Alloa by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from East Kilbride to Glasgow Centraltrain East Kilbride - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa
1h 50m
£20–36
Drive 37.8 mi
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1. Drive from East Kilbride to Alloacar 37.8 mi
43 min
£10–14
Line 6 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Streetbus 6 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa
2h 10m
£19–33
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from East Kilbride to Alloataxi 37.8 mi
43 min
£160–200

East Kilbride to Alloa by train and foot

224Weekly Services

1h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 47.4 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between East Kilbride, Scotland and Alloa, Scotland?

You can take a train from East Kilbride to Alloa via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 1h 50m.

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