How to get from Alloa to Carrickfergus
The fastest way to travel from Alloa to Carrickfergus takes approximately 553 minutes with 6 transfers. You can use train, tram, bus and ferry. We found 3 route options for you.
From Alloa to Carrickfergus
Fastest Route
553 min
267.8 km
6 transfers
ScotRail
SUB
ScotRail
ScotRail
ScotRail
96
563e
Departs from:
Alloa
Walking:
24 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 Little Patrick Street
13
Take
563e
Bus
Direction: Belfast - Carrickfergus - Kilroot
From Little Patrick Street
to Joymount
(59 stops, 40 min)
14
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
✓
Arrive at Carrickfergus
Public transport stations close to Alloa
Alloa is located in Alloa 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 Carrickfergus
Carrickfergus is located in Alloa and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Carrickfergus:
- Carrickfergus
Bus stations close to Carrickfergus:
- Joymount
- Victoria Street
- Irish Gate
- Carrickfergus Castle
Alternative Route
1073 min
844.6 km
6 transfers
ScotRail
Caledonian Sleeper
Avanti West Coast
Transport for Wales
53
Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
Belfast Great Central - Larne Harbour
Departs from:
Alloa
Walking:
33 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 - Larne Harbour
Train
Direction: Larne Harbour
From Belfast Great Central
to Carrickfergus
(10 stops, 23 min)
12
Walk 7 min (0.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Carrickfergus
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Alloa to Carrickfergus.
How do I travel from Alloa to Carrickfergus in Alloa?
The quickest journey from Alloa to Carrickfergus takes approximately 553 minutes via the ScotRail train service.
Are there other ways to reach Carrickfergus from Alloa?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 1073 minutes using the ScotRail train line.
Can I get directly from Alloa to Carrickfergus without changing?
This route requires 6 transfers. The complete journey takes about 553 minutes including connection time.
What train service connects Alloa and Carrickfergus?
The ScotRail line provides train service between Alloa and Joymount in Alloa.
What is the journey time from Alloa to Carrickfergus by public transport?
Traveling by train from Alloa to Carrickfergus in Alloa takes approximately 553 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the train to travel from Alloa to Carrickfergus?
Board the ScotRail train at Alloa station, located near Alloa in Alloa.
Which station is closest to Carrickfergus?
The nearest stop to Carrickfergus is Joymount station. Exit here to reach your destination in Alloa.
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.