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

From Alva to Edinburgh by bus and train

To get from Alva to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 52 bus from Dickies Wells, Alva station to Bus Station, Stirling station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Stirling station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 42 min.

102min
Bus - 5252
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
    Bus Station, Stirling
    ID 66004999112
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Stirling
    150 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    49 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Alva to Edinburgh by bus and train via H1, SCOTRAIL and SCOTRAIL

To get from Alva to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the H1 bus from Dickies Wells, Alva station to Shillinghill, Alloa station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Stirling station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min.

98min
Bus - H1H1
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Dickies Wells, Alva

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Alva
  • 2
    Bus - H1H1
    Wait for bus
    H1
    Larbert
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shillinghill, Alloa
    ID 66806000079
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Alloa
    310 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Queen Street
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stirling
    8 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 8
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    40 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Alva to Edinburgh

The distance between Alva, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland is approximately 71.61 km, which can typically be travelled in 102 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alva to Edinburgh 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 Dickies Wells, Alva.

Bus stations close to Alva:

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

Public transport stations close to Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh is located at Edinburgh, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Museum Of Childhood, Canongate.

Train stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Edinburgh

Bus stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Museum Of Childhood, Canongate
  • Princes Street (Waverley Steps), Edinburgh
  • Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh

Related Routes

Alternative route from Alva to Edinburgh by bus and train via H1, SCOTRAIL and SCOTRAIL

To get from Alva to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the H1 bus from Dickies Wells, Alva station to Shillinghill, Alloa station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Stirling station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min.

98min
Bus - H1H1
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Dickies Wells, Alva

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Alva
  • 2
    Bus - H1H1
    Wait for bus
    H1
    Larbert
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shillinghill, Alloa
    ID 66806000079
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Alloa
    310 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Queen Street
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Stirling
    8 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 8
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    40 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 102 minutes, using Bus line 52, Train line SCOTRAIL.

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

    The alternative route takes 98 minutes, using Bus line H1, Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 42 min.

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

    The 52 bus line goes from Stirling station near Alva to Bus Station, Stirling station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Bus Station, Stirling station near Edinburgh in Scotland

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

    The total travel time between Alva and Edinburgh in Scotland by bus and train is about 1 hr 42 min.

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

    Get off the bus at the Bus Station, Stirling station, which is closest to Edinburgh in Scotland.

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