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

By bus and train

To get from Alexandria to Glasgow in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Balloch station to Glasgow Central station. Next, take the 9 bus from Argyle Street, Glasgow station to Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 14 min.

74min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 99
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
    Motherwell
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    46 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Argyle Street, Glasgow
    ID 60904
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 99
    Wait for bus
    9
    Glasgow
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow
    Ride to bus station
    Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow
    ID 60903727
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By train

Take one direct train from Alexandria to Glasgow in Scotland: take the SCOTRAIL train from Balloch station to Glasgow Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min.

71min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Walk to Glasgow
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
    Motherwell
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    46 min
  • 4
    Walk to Glasgow
    Walk to
    Glasgow
    0.6 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Alexandria to Glasgow

The distance between Alexandria, Scotland and Glasgow, Scotland is approximately 20.38 mi, which can typically be travelled in 74 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alexandria to Glasgow 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.

Train stations close to Alexandria:

  • Balloch
  • Alexandria
  • Renton

Bus stations close to Alexandria:

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

Public transport stations close to Glasgow, Scotland

Glasgow is located at Glasgow, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow.

Train stations close to Glasgow:

  • Glasgow Queen Street

Bus stations close to Glasgow:

  • Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow

Related Routes

By train

Take one direct train from Alexandria to Glasgow in Scotland: take the SCOTRAIL train from Balloch station to Glasgow Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min.

71min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Walk to Glasgow
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
    Motherwell
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    46 min
  • 4
    Walk to Glasgow
    Walk to
    Glasgow
    0.6 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 74 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 9.

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

    The alternative route takes 71 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct train between Alexandria and Glasgow in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 14 min.

  • Which train line goes from Alexandria to Glasgow in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Balloch station near Alexandria to Motherwell station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow station near Glasgow in Scotland

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

    The total travel time between Alexandria and Glasgow in Scotland by train and bus is about 1 hr 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Alexandria to get to Glasgow in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Balloch station near Alexandria in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Alexandria and Glasgow in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow stop, which is closest to Glasgow in Scotland.

  • When is the first train from Alexandria to Glasgow in Scotland?

    The first train from Alexandria to Glasgow in Scotland is ScotRail. It leaves the Balloch station at 09:09.

  • When is the first bus from Alexandria to Glasgow in Scotland?

    The first bus from Alexandria to Glasgow in Scotland is Balloch, Bus Stance - City Centre, Osborne St. It leaves the Balloch Bus Terminus, Balloch stop at 07:47.

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