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

From Glasgow to Alva by bus and train

To get from Glasgow to Alva in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Queen Street station to Stirling station. Next, take the 52 bus from Stance A, Stirling station to Lovers Loan, Alva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 26 min. The bus and train schedule from Glasgow may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Alva on the Moovit app.

86min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 5252
Walk to Alva
Leaves from Glasgow Queen Street

Step by Step

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    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    470 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Dundee
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stirling
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stance A, Stirling
    ID 66004000020
    140 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Alloa
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lovers Loan, Alva
    ID 66806710008
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to Alva
    Walk to
    Alva
    120 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Glasgow to Alva by bus

To get from Glasgow to Alva in Scotland, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the X27 bus from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow station to North Approach Road, Kincardine station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 8A bus and finally take the 52 bus from Shillinghill, Alloa station to Dickies Wells, Alva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Glasgow may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Alva on the Moovit app.

129min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X27X27
Bus - 8A8A
Bus - 5252
Leaves from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow

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    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow
    ID 60903720
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - X27X27
    Wait for bus
    X27
    Kincardine
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    North Approach Road, Kincardine
    ID 6500D1048
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    High Street Stance B, Kincardine
    ID 6500D0689
    190 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8A8A
    Wait for bus
    8A
    Alloa
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shillinghill, Alloa
    ID 66806000084
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Shillinghill, Alloa
    ID 66806000079
    30 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Stirling
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Dickies Wells, Alva
    Ride to bus station
    Dickies Wells, Alva
    ID 66806710009
    31 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Glasgow to Alva

The distance between Glasgow, Scotland and Alva, Scotland is approximately 59.9 km, which can typically be travelled in 86 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Alva

To check the bus and train schedule from Glasgow to Alva using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Glasgow) 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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From Glasgow to Alva by bus

To get from Glasgow to Alva in Scotland, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the X27 bus from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow station to North Approach Road, Kincardine station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 8A bus and finally take the 52 bus from Shillinghill, Alloa station to Dickies Wells, Alva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Glasgow may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Alva on the Moovit app.

129min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X27X27
Bus - 8A8A
Bus - 5252
Leaves from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow
    ID 60903720
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - X27X27
    Wait for bus
    X27
    Kincardine
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    North Approach Road, Kincardine
    ID 6500D1048
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    High Street Stance B, Kincardine
    ID 6500D0689
    190 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8A8A
    Wait for bus
    8A
    Alloa
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shillinghill, Alloa
    ID 66806000084
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Shillinghill, Alloa
    ID 66806000079
    30 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Stirling
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Dickies Wells, Alva
    Ride to bus station
    Dickies Wells, Alva
    ID 66806710009
    31 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 86 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 52.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Glasgow to Alva?

    The alternative route takes 129 minutes, using Bus line X27, Bus line 8A, Bus line 52.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 26 min.

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

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Glasgow Queen Street station near Glasgow to Dundee station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Dundee station near Alva in Scotland.

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

    The total travel time between Glasgow and Alva in Scotland by train and bus is about 1 hr 26 min.

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

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Glasgow Queen Street station near Glasgow in Scotland.

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

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

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