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Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa by train

First train

05:50

Last train

20:45

Departure station

Barrow-in-Furness

Arrival station

Alloa

Journey time

From 4h 34m

Distance

140 miles (225 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway

Travelling from Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa by train

Looking to travel from Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 5 hours 51 minutes to travel from Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 34 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 140 miles (225 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Alloa, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail to get to Alloa. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa? 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 Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa take?

The average journey time by train between Barrow-in-Furness and Alloa is 5 hours and 51 minutes, with around 1 train 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 Barrow-in-Furness and Alloa by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa is 4 hours and 34 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa?

No, there are no direct train services from Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa. Travelling from Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa leave?

The first train from Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa leaves at 05:50. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa leave?

The last train from Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa leaves at 20:45. 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 Barrow-in-Furness and Alloa by train?

Trains travelling from Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa cover a distance of around 140 miles (225 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Alloa to Barrow-in-Furness.

Cheap train tickets from Barrow-in-Furness to Alloa

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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