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Slateford to Alloa by train

First train

07:06

Last train

00:25

Departure station

Slateford

Arrival station

Alloa

Journey time

From 1h 15m

Distance

25 miles (40 km)

Frequency

15 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway

Taking the train from Slateford to Alloa in 1 hour 15 minutes

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

It usually takes around 2 hours 18 minutes to travel the 25 miles (40 km) from Slateford to Alloa by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 15 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 15 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 Slateford to Alloa 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 Alloa by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Slateford 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 Slateford to Alloa take?

The average journey time by train between Slateford and Alloa is 2 hours and 18 minutes, with around 15 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 Slateford and Alloa by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Slateford to Alloa is 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Slateford to Alloa?

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

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

The first train from Slateford to Alloa leaves at 07:06. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Slateford to Alloa leaves at 00:25. 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 Slateford and Alloa by train?

Trains travelling from Slateford to Alloa cover a distance of around 25 miles (40 km) during the journey.

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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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