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

By bus and train

To get from Alva to Mallaig in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 52 bus from Dickies Wells, Alva station to The Cowane Centre, Stirling station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 978 bus and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Crianlarich station to Mallaig station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 55 min.

355min
Bus - 5252
Bus - 978978
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Dickies Wells, Alva

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Alva
  • 2
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Stirling
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Cowane Centre, Stirling
    ID 66004220057
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    The Cowane Centre, Stirling
    ID 66004220052
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 978978
    Wait for bus
    978
    Oban
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Police Station, Crianlarich
    ID 66005680004
    81 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Crianlarich
    260 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Mallaig
  • 9
    Ride to train station Mallaig
    Ride to train station
    Mallaig
    199 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Alva to Mallaig

The distance between Alva, Scotland and Mallaig, Scotland is approximately 154.95 mi, which can typically be travelled in 355 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alva to Mallaig by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Alva

Alva is located at Alva, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Lovers Loan, Alva.

Bus stations close to Alva:

  • Lovers Loan, Alva
  • North Street, Alva
  • Johnstone Arms Hotel, Alva

Public transport stations close to Mallaig, Scotland

Mallaig is located at Mallaig, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Ferry Terminal, Mallaig.

Train stations close to Mallaig:

  • Mallaig
  • Morar

Bus stations close to Mallaig:

  • Ferry Terminal, Mallaig
  • Boatyard, Mallaig
  • Lovat Terrace, Mallaig

Ferry stations close to Mallaig:

  • Mallaig (Calmac) Ferry Terminal, Mallaig

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 355 minutes, using Bus line 52, Bus line 978, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 55 min.

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

    The 52 bus line goes from Stirling station near Alva to The Cowane Centre, Stirling station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till The Cowane Centre, Stirling station near Mallaig in Scotland

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

    The total travel time between Alva and Mallaig in Scotland by bus and train is about 5 hr 55 min.

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

    Get on the 52 bus from the Stirling stop near Alva in Scotland.

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

    Get off the bus at the The Cowane Centre, Stirling station, which is closest to Mallaig in Scotland.

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