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How to get from Alexandria to Paisley by train?

From Alexandria to Paisley by train

To get from Alexandria to Paisley in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Balloch station to Glasgow Central station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Central station to Paisley Gilmour Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min.

68min
Walk to train station
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
    Motherwell
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    46 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Prestwick
  • 5
    Ride to train station Paisley Gilmour Street
    Ride to train station
    Paisley Gilmour Street
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Alexandria to Paisley

The distance between Alexandria, Scotland and Paisley, Scotland is approximately 26.37 mi, which can typically be travelled in 68 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Alexandria to Paisley by 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 Paisley, Scotland

Paisley is located at Paisley, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Paisley Gilmour Street.

Train stations close to Paisley:

  • Paisley St James
  • Hillington West
  • Hillington East

Bus stations close to Paisley:

  • Paisley Gilmour Street
  • New Sneddon Street, Paisley
  • Stop 3 Central Road, Paisley

Ferry stations close to Paisley:

  • Renfrew Ferry Terminal, Blythswood

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 68 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 8 min.

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

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Balloch station near Alexandria to Motherwell station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Motherwell station near Paisley in Scotland

  • How long does it take to travel from Alexandria to Paisley in Scotland by train?

    The total travel time between Alexandria and Paisley in Scotland by train is about 1 hr 8 min.

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

    Get off the train at the Motherwell station, which is closest to Paisley in Scotland.

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