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

From Balloch to Parkhead by bus and train

To get from Balloch to Parkhead in Glasgow, take the SCOTRAIL train from Balloch station to Bellgrove station. Next, take the 61 bus from Graham Square, Gallowgate station to St Michaels Lane, Parkhead station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The bus and train schedule from Balloch may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Parkhead on the Moovit app.

72min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 6161
Walk to Parkhead
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
    Bellgrove
    55 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Graham Square, Gallowgate
    ID 60901472
    290 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6161
    Wait for bus
    61
    Shettleston
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St Michaels Lane, Parkhead
    ID 60901457
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Parkhead
    Walk to
    Parkhead
    Westmuir Street
    130 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Balloch to Parkhead by bus and train via SCOTRAIL and 60A

To get from Balloch to Parkhead in Glasgow, take the SCOTRAIL train from Balloch station to Shettleston station. Next, take the 60A bus from Shettleston Railway Station, Greenfield station to Sorby Street, Parkhead station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The bus and train schedule from Balloch may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Parkhead on the Moovit app.

82min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 60A60A
Walk to Parkhead
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
    Shettleston
    61 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Shettleston Railway Station, Greenfield
    ID 60901870
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 60A60A
    Wait for bus
    60A
    Castlemains
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sorby Street, Parkhead
    ID 60901658
    11 min
  • 7
    Walk to Parkhead
    Walk to
    Parkhead
    Westmuir Street
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Balloch to Parkhead

The distance between Balloch, Glasgow and Parkhead, Glasgow is approximately 36.41 km, which can typically be travelled in 72 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Balloch to Parkhead 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 Parkhead

To check the bus and train schedule from Balloch to Parkhead using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Balloch) and destination (Parkhead), 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 Parkhead by bus and train via SCOTRAIL and 60A

To get from Balloch to Parkhead in Glasgow, take the SCOTRAIL train from Balloch station to Shettleston station. Next, take the 60A bus from Shettleston Railway Station, Greenfield station to Sorby Street, Parkhead station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The bus and train schedule from Balloch may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Parkhead on the Moovit app.

82min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 60A60A
Walk to Parkhead
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
    Shettleston
    61 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Shettleston Railway Station, Greenfield
    ID 60901870
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 60A60A
    Wait for bus
    60A
    Castlemains
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sorby Street, Parkhead
    ID 60901658
    11 min
  • 7
    Walk to Parkhead
    Walk to
    Parkhead
    Westmuir Street
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 72 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 61.

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

    The alternative route takes 82 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 60A.

  • Is there a direct train between Balloch and Parkhead?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 12 min.

  • Which train line goes from Balloch to Parkhead?

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

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

    The total travel time between Balloch in Alexandria and Parkhead in Glasgow by train and bus is about 1 hr 12 min.

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

    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 Parkhead?

    Get off the train at the Bellgrove stop, which is closest to Parkhead in Glasgow.

  • When is the first train from Balloch to Parkhead?

    The first train from Balloch in Alexandria to Parkhead in Glasgow is ScotRail. It leaves the Balloch station at 07:08.

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