How to get from Alloa to Newtownabbey
The fastest way to travel from Alloa to Newtownabbey takes approximately 550 minutes with 6 transfers. You can use train, tram, bus and ferry. We found 4 route options for you.
From Alloa to Newtownabbey
Fastest Route
550 min
256.0 km
6 transfers
ScotRail
SUB
ScotRail
ScotRail
ScotRail
96
2D
Departs from:
Alloa
Walking:
38 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, 48 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
(7 stops, 51 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, 11 min)
12
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Little Patrick Street
13
Take
2D
Bus
Direction: City Centre - Monkstown
From Little Patrick Street
to Whitehouse
(20 stops, 12 min)
14
Walk 17 min (1 km)
✓
Arrive at Newtownabbey
Public transport stations close to Alloa
Alloa is located in Newtownabbey 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 Newtownabbey
Newtownabbey is located in Newtownabbey and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Newtownabbey:
- Martin Park
- Doagh Road
- Rathcoole Drive
- Abbey Park
Alternative Route
1218 min
834.7 km
6 transfers
51
Caledonian Sleeper
Avanti West Coast
Transport for Wales
53
X1
Belfast Great Central - Whitehead
Departs from:
Shillinghill
Walking:
58 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Shillinghill
2
Take
51
Bus
Direction: Bus Station
From Shillinghill
to Bus Station
(24 stops, 24 min)
3
Walk 8 min (0.5 km)
to Stirling
4
Take
Caledonian Sleeper
Train
Direction: Euston
From Stirling
to Crewe
(4 stops, 321 min)
5
Take
Avanti West Coast
Train
Direction: Holyhead
From Crewe
to Holyhead
(7 stops, 118 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Holyhead
7
Take
Transport for Wales
Ferry
Direction: Dublin Ferry Port
From Holyhead
to Dublin Ferry Port
8
Walk 8 min (0.5 km)
to Dublin Ferry Port Terminal 2
9
Take
53
Bus
Direction: Talbot Street
From Dublin Ferry Port Terminal 2
to Talbot Street East
(15 stops, 21 min)
10
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Dublin Busaras Bus Station
11
Take
X1
Bus
Direction: Dublin Busaras Station - Belfast, Grand Central Station
From Dublin Busaras Bus Station
to Grand Central Station Stand 11
(4 stops, 170 min)
12
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Belfast Great Central
13
Take
Belfast Great Central - Whitehead
Train
Direction: Whitehead
From Belfast Great Central
to Whiteabbey
(8 stops, 19 min)
14
Walk 29 min (1.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Newtownabbey
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Alloa to Newtownabbey.
How do I travel from Alloa to Newtownabbey in Newtownabbey?
The quickest journey from Alloa to Newtownabbey takes approximately 550 minutes via the ScotRail train service.
Are there other ways to reach Newtownabbey from Alloa?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 1218 minutes using the 51 bus line.
Can I get directly from Alloa to Newtownabbey without changing?
This route requires 6 transfers. The complete journey takes about 550 minutes including connection time.
What train service connects Alloa and Newtownabbey?
The ScotRail line provides train service between Alloa and Whitehouse in Newtownabbey.
What is the journey time from Alloa to Newtownabbey by public transport?
Traveling by train from Alloa to Newtownabbey in Newtownabbey takes approximately 550 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the train to travel from Alloa to Newtownabbey?
Board the ScotRail train at Alloa station, located near Alloa in Newtownabbey.
Which station is closest to Newtownabbey?
The nearest stop to Newtownabbey is Whitehouse station. Exit here to reach your destination in Newtownabbey.
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.