How to get from Balloch to Knightswood by bus and train?

From Balloch to Knightswood by bus and train

To get from Balloch to Knightswood in Glasgow, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Balloch station to Dalmuir station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the X4 bus from Telephone Exchange, Jordanhill station to Lincoln Avenue, Knightswood station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The bus and train schedule from Balloch may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Knightswood on the Moovit app.

53min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - X4X4
Walk to Knightswood
Leaves from Balloch

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Balloch
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Airdrie
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dalmuir
    22 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Whifflet
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Scotstounhill
    9 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Telephone Exchange, Jordanhill
    ID 6090511
    210 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - X4X4
    Wait for bus
    X4
    Knightswood
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lincoln Avenue, Knightswood
    ID 6090555
    3 min
  • 9
    Walk to Knightswood
    Walk to
    Knightswood
    Pikeman Road
    200 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Balloch to Knightswood by bus and train via SCOTRAIL and 3

To get from Balloch to Knightswood in Glasgow, take the SCOTRAIL train from Balloch station to Drumchapel station. Next, take the 3 bus from Drumchapel Station, Drumchapel station to Archerhill Road, Knightswood station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The bus and train schedule from Balloch may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Knightswood on the Moovit app.

71min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 33
Walk to Knightswood
Leaves from Balloch

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Balloch
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Airdrie
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Drumchapel
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Drumchapel Station, Drumchapel
    ID 6090599
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Govan Bus Interchange
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Archerhill Road, Knightswood
    ID 6090518
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to Knightswood
    Walk to
    Knightswood
    Pikeman Road
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Balloch to Knightswood

The distance between Balloch, Glasgow and Knightswood, Glasgow is approximately 24.52 km, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Balloch to Knightswood by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Glasgow – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Balloch to Knightswood

To check the bus and train schedule from Balloch to Knightswood using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Balloch) and destination (Knightswood), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Balloch to Knightswood by bus and train via SCOTRAIL and 3

To get from Balloch to Knightswood in Glasgow, take the SCOTRAIL train from Balloch station to Drumchapel station. Next, take the 3 bus from Drumchapel Station, Drumchapel station to Archerhill Road, Knightswood station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The bus and train schedule from Balloch may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Knightswood on the Moovit app.

71min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 33
Walk to Knightswood
Leaves from Balloch

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Balloch
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Airdrie
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Drumchapel
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Drumchapel Station, Drumchapel
    ID 6090599
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Govan Bus Interchange
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Archerhill Road, Knightswood
    ID 6090518
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to Knightswood
    Walk to
    Knightswood
    Pikeman Road
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Balloch to Knightswood?

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line X4.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Balloch to Knightswood?

    The alternative route takes 71 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 3.

  • Is there a direct train between Balloch and Knightswood?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 53 min.

  • Which train line goes from Balloch to Knightswood?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Airdrie station near Balloch in Alexandria to Dalmuir station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Dalmuir station near Knightswood in Glasgow.

  • How long does it take to travel from Balloch to Knightswood by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Balloch in Alexandria and Knightswood in Glasgow by train and bus is about 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Balloch to get to Knightswood?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Balloch and Knightswood?

    Get off the train at the Dalmuir stop, which is closest to Knightswood in Glasgow.

  • When is the last train from Balloch to Knightswood?

    The last train from Balloch in Alexandria to Knightswood in Glasgow is the ScotRail line. It leaves the Balloch station at 22:44.

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