The cheapest and fastest trains from Dundee to Alloa
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dundee to Alloa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dundee to Alloa will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
It's difficult to get from Dundee to Alloa without transferring at least once.
5:48 AM1h49Dundee7:37 AMAlloa$591One-way1 transfer
6:48 AM1h18Dundee8:06 AMAlloa$591One-way1 transfer
7:12 AM1h25Dundee8:37 AMAlloa$591One-way1 transfer
7:52 AM1h13Dundee9:05 AMAlloa$591One-way1 transfer
8:15 AM1h22Dundee9:37 AMAlloa$591One-way1 transfer
9:59 AM1h04Dundee11:03 AMAlloa$591One-way1 transfer
11:58 AM1h06Dundee1:04 PMAlloa$591One-way1 transfer
9:02 PM1h06Dundee10:08 PMAlloa$591One-way1 transfer
10:55 AM1h08Dundee12:03 PMAlloa$591One-way1 transfer
1:59 PM1h08Dundee3:07 PMAlloa$591One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Dundee to Alloa
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dundee to Alloa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $59.
Distance: 39 miles (64 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$60 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dundee to Alloa:
A bus is $53 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dundee to Alloa costing on average $60 (€49).
Other travel options to Alloa take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 36m.
Tickets start at around $60 (€49) compared to roughly $18 (€14) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-42.25 (€-34.12). The journey takes 1h 36m versus 1h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Dundee to Alloa train times
The table below shows live departures for Dundee to Alloa trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:44 AM Dundee | 2h18 | 11:02 AM Alloa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:50 AM Dundee | 1h11 | 12:01 PM Alloa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:52 AM Dundee | 1h11 | 1:03 PM Alloa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:45 PM Dundee | 1h14 | 1:59 PM Alloa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:43 PM Dundee | 1h16 | 2:59 PM Alloa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:43 PM Dundee | 1h17 | 4:00 PM Alloa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Dundee | 1h14 | 4:59 PM Alloa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:44 PM Dundee | 1h15 | 5:59 PM Alloa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:40 PM Dundee | 1h19 | 6:59 PM Alloa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:58 PM Dundee | 2h07 | 9:05 PM Alloa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:59 PM Dundee | 3h02 | 10:01 PM Alloa | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:03 PM Dundee | 1h57 | 11:00 PM Alloa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:48 PM Dundee | 7h14 | 7:02 AM Alloa | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, May 18 | |||||
![]() | 5:48 AM Dundee | 1h49 | 7:37 AM Alloa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:48 AM Dundee | 1h18 | 8:06 AM Alloa | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dundee to Alloa
Trains from Dundee to Alloa run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (64 km) distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 39 miles (64 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 6:16 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: ScotRail from Dundee to Alloa trainsScotRail trains will get you between Dundee and Alloa from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Dundee to Alloa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee to Alloa by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Alloa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dundee to Alloa
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:30 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent. PhotoMe photo booth.
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the platform. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby on Riverside Drive, 200 yards from the station entrance
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Accessible to both platforms - level crossing between platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Queen Street by station sign
- Car Park: Alloa Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform Blue Badge parking bays: 3
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the car park immediately in front of the station
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