How to get from Aberdeen to Alva by bus and train?

From Aberdeen to Alva by bus and train

To get from Aberdeen to Alva in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the SCOTRAIL bus from Aberdeen station to Dundee station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the 52 bus from Stance A, Stirling station to Lovers Loan, Alva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 24 min. The bus and train schedule from Aberdeen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Alva on the Moovit app.

204min
Bus - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 5252
Walk to Alva
Leaves from Aberdeen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Aberdeen
  • 2
    Bus - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for bus
    SCOTRAIL
    Bus Replacement: Dundee
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dundee
    90 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Queen Street
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stirling
    49 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stance A, Stirling
    ID 66004000020
    140 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Alloa
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lovers Loan, Alva
    ID 66806710008
    26 min
  • 9
    Walk to Alva
    Walk to
    Alva
    120 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Aberdeen to Alva

The distance between Aberdeen, Scotland and Alva, Scotland is approximately 196.83 km, which can typically be travelled in 204 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Aberdeen to Alva by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Aberdeen to Alva

To check the bus and train schedule from Aberdeen to Alva using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Aberdeen) and destination (Alva), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Alva?

    The fastest way takes 204 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 52.

  • Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Alva in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 24 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Aberdeen to Alva in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL bus line goes from Bus Replacement: Dundee station near Aberdeen to Dundee station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Dundee station near Alva in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Aberdeen to Alva in Scotland by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Aberdeen and Alva in Scotland by bus and train is about 3 hr 24 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Aberdeen to get to Alva in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL bus from the Bus Replacement: Dundee stop near Aberdeen in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Aberdeen and Alva in Scotland?

    Get off the bus at the Dundee stop, which is closest to Alva in Scotland.

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