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Alloa to Cowdenbeath by train

First train

05:16

Last train

23:47

Departure station

Alloa

Arrival station

Cowdenbeath

Journey time

From 1h 42m

Distance

17 miles (28 km)

Frequency

7 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway

Taking the train from Alloa to Cowdenbeath in 1 hour 42 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Alloa to Cowdenbeath? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 2 hours 42 minutes to travel the 17 miles (28 km) from Alloa to Cowdenbeath by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 42 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 7 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with London North Eastern Railway or ScotRail, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Alloa to Cowdenbeath in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Cowdenbeath by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Alloa to Cowdenbeath? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Alloa to Cowdenbeath take?

The average journey time by train between Alloa and Cowdenbeath is 2 hours and 42 minutes, with around 7 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Alloa and Cowdenbeath by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Alloa to Cowdenbeath is 1 hour and 42 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Alloa to Cowdenbeath?

No, there are no direct train services from Alloa to Cowdenbeath. Travelling from Alloa to Cowdenbeath by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Alloa to Cowdenbeath leave?

The first train from Alloa to Cowdenbeath leaves at 05:16. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Alloa to Cowdenbeath leave?

The last train from Alloa to Cowdenbeath leaves at 23:47. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Alloa and Cowdenbeath by train?

Trains travelling from Alloa to Cowdenbeath cover a distance of around 17 miles (28 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Cowdenbeath to Alloa.

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