From Alloa to Ballymena

How to get from Alloa to Ballymena

The fastest way to travel from Alloa to Ballymena takes approximately 590 minutes with 6 transfers. You can use train, tram, bus and ferry. We found 3 route options for you.

Fastest Route
590 min 291.1 km
6 transfers
5 min
ScotRail
4 min
SUB
6 min
ScotRail
2 min
ScotRail
ScotRail
2 min
96
2 min
218
10 min
Departs from: Alloa
Walking: 31 min

Step-by-step directions

1
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Alloa
2
Take ScotRail Train
Direction: Glasgow Queen Street
From Alloa to Glasgow Queen Street (5 stops, 45 min)
3
Walk 4 min (0.3 km)
to Buchanan Street SPT Subway Station
4
Take SUB Tram
Direction: St Enoch SPT Subway Station
From Buchanan Street SPT Subway Station to St Enoch SPT Subway Station
5
Walk 6 min (0.4 km)
to Glasgow Central
6
Take ScotRail Train
Direction: Ayr
From Glasgow Central to Ayr (9 stops, 52 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Ayr
8
Take ScotRail Bus
Direction: Burnfoot Bridge
From Ayr to Burnfoot Bridge
9
Take ScotRail Ferry
Direction: Belfast Port
From Burnfoot Bridge to Belfast Port
10
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Stena Line terminus
11
Take 96 Bus
Direction: Stena Line Terminal - Westbank Road - Duncrue Road - City Centre
From Stena Line terminus to Dunbar Link (16 stops, 12 min)
12
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Ulster University Belfast
13
Take 218 Bus
Direction: Belfast, Laganside Buscentre - Coleraine , Buscentre
From Ulster University Belfast to Ballymena Court House (8 stops, 60 min)
14
Walk 10 min (0.6 km)
Arrive at Ballymena

Public transport stations close to Alloa

Alloa is located in Ballymena and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.

Train stations close to Alloa:

  • Alloa

Bus stations close to Alloa:

  • Shillinghill
  • Devon Rd
  • Greenside Street
  • Whins Rd

Public transport stations close to Ballymena

Ballymena is located in Ballymena and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.

Train stations close to Ballymena:

  • Ballymena

Bus stations close to Ballymena:

  • Fire Station
  • 98-106 Lower Mill Street
  • George Street
  • Harryville Shops
Alternative Route
1114 min 876.5 km
6 transfers
5 min
ScotRail
Caledonian Sleeper
Avanti West Coast
2 min
Transport for Wales
8 min
53
11 min
Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
Belfast Great Central - Derry-Londonderry
17 min
Departs from: Alloa
Walking: 43 min

Step-by-step directions

1
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Alloa
2
Take ScotRail Train
Direction: Stirling
From Alloa to Stirling
3
Take Caledonian Sleeper Train
Direction: Euston
From Stirling to Crewe (4 stops, 301 min)
4
Take Avanti West Coast Train
Direction: Holyhead
From Crewe to Holyhead (7 stops, 118 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Holyhead
6
Take Transport for Wales Ferry
Direction: Dublin Ferry Port
From Holyhead to Dublin Ferry Port
7
Walk 8 min (0.5 km)
to Dublin Ferry Port Terminal 2
8
Take 53 Bus
Direction: Talbot Street
From Dublin Ferry Port Terminal 2 to Five Lamps (14 stops, 21 min)
9
Walk 11 min (0.7 km)
to Dublin Connolly
10
Take Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central Train
Direction: Belfast Great Central
From Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Central (16 stops, 130 min)
11
Take Belfast Great Central - Derry-Londonderry Train
Direction: Derry-Londonderry
From Belfast Great Central to Ballymena (14 stops, 49 min)
12
Walk 17 min (1 km)
Arrive at Ballymena

Questions & Answers

Common questions about traveling from Alloa to Ballymena.

How do I travel from Alloa to Ballymena in Ballymena?
The quickest journey from Alloa to Ballymena takes approximately 590 minutes via the ScotRail train service.
Are there other ways to reach Ballymena from Alloa?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 1114 minutes using the ScotRail train line.
Can I get directly from Alloa to Ballymena without changing?
This route requires 6 transfers. The complete journey takes about 590 minutes including connection time.
What train service connects Alloa and Ballymena?
The ScotRail line provides train service between Alloa and Ballymena Court House in Ballymena.
What is the journey time from Alloa to Ballymena by public transport?
Traveling by train from Alloa to Ballymena in Ballymena takes approximately 590 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the train to travel from Alloa to Ballymena?
Board the ScotRail train at Alloa station, located near Alloa in Ballymena.
Which station is closest to Ballymena?
The nearest stop to Ballymena is Ballymena Court House station. Exit here to reach your destination in Ballymena.

Travel Tips

  • Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
  • Check real-time departure information at the station
  • Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
  • For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services

Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.