How to get from East Kilbride to Alva by bus and train?

East Kilbride to Alva - Bus Timetable

The 18 bus from East Kilbride to Alva runs from 05:59 to 23:45, with departures every 20 min-1 hr. The journey takes about 2 hr 37 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From East Kilbride to Alva by bus and train

To get from East Kilbride to Alva in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 18 bus from Bus Station, East Kilbride station to Buchanan Street, Glasgow 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 2 hr 37 min. The bus and train schedule from East Kilbride may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Alva on the Moovit app.

157min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1818
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 5252
Walk to Alva
Leaves from Bus Station, East Kilbride

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, East Kilbride
    ID 61501626
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Glasgow
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Buchanan Street, Glasgow
    ID 609075
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    230 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stirling
    36 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stance A, Stirling
    ID 66004000020
    140 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Alloa
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lovers Loan, Alva
    ID 66806710008
    24 min
  • 10
    Walk to Alva
    Walk to
    Alva
    120 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from East Kilbride to Alva

The distance between East Kilbride, Scotland and Alva, Scotland is approximately 74.92 km, which can typically be traveled in 157 min. Moovit will show you the directions from East Kilbride 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 timetable from East Kilbride to Alva

To check the bus and train timetable from East Kilbride to Alva using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (East Kilbride) 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Alva?

    The fastest way takes 157 minutes, using Bus line 18, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 52.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total traveling time is 2 hr 37 min.

  • Which bus line goes from East Kilbride to Alva in Scotland?

    The 18 bus line goes from Bus Station, East Kilbride station near East Kilbride to Buchanan Street, Glasgow station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Buchanan Street, Glasgow station near Alva in Scotland.

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

    The total travel time between East Kilbride and Alva in Scotland by bus and train is about 2 hr 37 min.

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

    Get on the 18 bus from the Bus Station, East Kilbride stop near East Kilbride in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when traveling between East Kilbride and Alva in Scotland?

    Get off the bus at the Buchanan Street, Glasgow stop, which is closest to Alva in Scotland.

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