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

By bus and train

To get from Edinburgh to Alva in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Stirling station. Next, take the 52 bus from Bus Station, Stirling station to Lovers Loan, Alva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 13 min.

133min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 5252
Walk to Alva
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Dunblane
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stirling
    54 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Stirling
    ID 66004999108
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Alloa
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lovers Loan, Alva
    ID 66806710008
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to Alva
    Walk to
    Alva
    130 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to Alva

The distance between Edinburgh, Scotland and Alva, Scotland is approximately 44.99 mi, which can typically be travelled in 133 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Alva 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 Edinburgh

Edinburgh is located at Edinburgh, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Waterloo Place, Edinburgh.

Train stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Edinburgh

Bus stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Waterloo Place, Edinburgh
  • North Bridge, Old Town
  • Princes Street (Waverley Steps), Edinburgh

Public transport stations close to Alva, Scotland

Alva is located at Alva, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Dickies Wells, Alva.

Bus stations close to Alva:

  • Dickies Wells, Alva
  • Lovers Loan, Alva
  • North Street, Alva

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 133 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 52.

  • Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Alva in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 13 min.

  • Which train line goes from Edinburgh to Alva in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Dunblane station near Edinburgh to Stirling station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Stirling station near Alva in Scotland

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

    The total travel time between Edinburgh and Alva in Scotland by train and bus is about 2 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Edinburgh to get to Alva in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Dunblane station near Edinburgh in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Edinburgh and Alva in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Stirling stop, which is closest to Alva in Scotland.

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