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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Alloa
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 3 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Alloa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Alloa will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Edinburgh to Alloa, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:341h03Edinburgh9:37Alloa£141One-way0 changes- 7:341h03Edinburgh8:37Alloa£141One-way0 changes
- 8:341h03Edinburgh9:37Alloa£141One-way0 changes
- 7:341h03Edinburgh8:37Alloa£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Alloa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Alloa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 41 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Alloa:
A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Alloa costing on average £39.
Other travel options to Alloa take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 8m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (54m by train vs 58m by car). Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Alloa train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Alloa trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:34 Edinburgh | 1h03 | 8:37 Alloa | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:34 Edinburgh | 1h03 | 9:37 Alloa | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Alloa by train or coach
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Alloa.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Alloa.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Alloa
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Trains from Edinburgh to Alloa run on average 3 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 59m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 23:20 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), ScotRail from Edinburgh to Alloa trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Alloa from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Alloa train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Alloa by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Alloa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Alloa
Most Edinburgh to Alloa trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Alloa station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Alloa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Alloa station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Alloa from Alloa city centre
Alloa train station facilities and services
Alloa has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Alloa.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Alloa: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Alloa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alloa: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform Blue Badge parking bays: 3, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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