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How to get from Alexandria to Aberdeen by bus and train?

From Alexandria to Aberdeen by bus and train

To get from Alexandria to Aberdeen in Scotland, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 1A bus from Balloch Bus Terminus, Balloch station to Gallery Of Modern Art, Glasgow station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Dundee station to Aberdeen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 23 min.

263min
Bus - 1A1A
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Balloch Bus Terminus, Balloch

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Alexandria
  • 2
    Bus - 1A1A
    Wait for bus
    1A
    Glasgow
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gallery Of Modern Art, Glasgow
    ID 609067
    88 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    390 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Dundee
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dundee
    82 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 8
    Ride to train station Aberdeen
    Ride to train station
    Aberdeen
    72 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Alexandria to Aberdeen by train

To get from Alexandria to Aberdeen in Scotland, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the SCOTRAIL train from Balloch station to Glasgow Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Dundee station to Aberdeen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 56 min.

236min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Balloch

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Balloch
    480 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Larkhall
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    46 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    510 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Dundee
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dundee
    82 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 8
    Ride to train station Aberdeen
    Ride to train station
    Aberdeen
    72 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Alexandria to Aberdeen

The distance between Alexandria, Scotland and Aberdeen, Scotland is approximately 178.07 mi, which can typically be travelled in 263 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alexandria to Aberdeen by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Alexandria

Alexandria is located at Alexandria, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Main Street, Haldane.

Bus stations close to Alexandria:

  • Main Street, Haldane
  • Gallacher Crescent, Balloch
  • Lawrence Drive, Balloch

Public transport stations close to Aberdeen, Scotland

Aberdeen is located at Aberdeen, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen.

Train stations close to Aberdeen:

  • Aberdeen

Bus stations close to Aberdeen:

  • Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen
  • Guild Street, Aberdeen
  • Crown Terrace, Aberdeen

From Alexandria to Aberdeen by train

To get from Alexandria to Aberdeen in Scotland, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the SCOTRAIL train from Balloch station to Glasgow Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Dundee station to Aberdeen station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 56 min.

236min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Balloch

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Balloch
    480 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Larkhall
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    46 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    510 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Dundee
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dundee
    82 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 8
    Ride to train station Aberdeen
    Ride to train station
    Aberdeen
    72 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Alexandria to Aberdeen?

    The fastest way takes 263 minutes, using Bus line 1A, Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Alexandria to Aberdeen?

    The alternative route takes 236 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Alexandria and Aberdeen in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Alexandria to Aberdeen in Scotland?

    The 1A bus line goes from Glasgow station near Alexandria to Gallery Of Modern Art, Glasgow station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Gallery Of Modern Art, Glasgow station near Aberdeen in Scotland

  • How long does it take to travel from Alexandria to Aberdeen in Scotland by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Alexandria and Aberdeen in Scotland by bus and train is about 4 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Alexandria to get to Aberdeen in Scotland?

    Get on the 1A bus from the Glasgow stop near Alexandria in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Alexandria and Aberdeen in Scotland?

    Get off the bus at the Gallery Of Modern Art, Glasgow station, which is closest to Aberdeen in Scotland.

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