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.
From Alloa to Ballymena
Fastest Route
590 min
291.1 km
6 transfers
ScotRail
SUB
ScotRail
ScotRail
ScotRail
96
218
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
ScotRail
Caledonian Sleeper
Avanti West Coast
Transport for Wales
53
Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
Belfast Great Central - Derry-Londonderry
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.