Commuters travelling from the north of Aberdeen by train can now have an easier journey to Dyce and the airport.
A £426,000 bus interchange opened at Dyce railway station yesterday, offering travellers and commuters a direct bus link to Aberdeen International Airport, the heliports and industrial estates.
The facility, which was designed and built by Aberdeen City Council, includes a dedicated bus access road, waiting facilities, cycle racks and paths.
Councillor Ross Grant, the council’s regeneration and transport spokesman, said: “This is a great new facility which will be a help to commuters and people travelling and working around Dyce.
“Along with other major projects including the AWPR, the Berryden Corridor, Dyce Park and Ride and the Third Don Crossing, Aberdeen City Council is investing in improving transport around the city for its residents and visitors.”
The interchange was funded by regional transport partnership Nestrans.
The body’s chairman, Councillor Ramsay Milne, said: “Ensuring a smooth transition between modes of transport is an important element in improving the attractiveness of public transport, walking and cycling.
“This new facility provides travellers with a seamless interchange on their journey and improves access to Aberdeen International Airport by rail.”
The new facility will be served by the Stagecoach North Scotland 80 Jet Connect bus service, which is being re-routed from August 17, and managing director Steve Walker said it would make the transition “from rail to bus much easier” for travellers.
Steve Ewen, ScotRail’s station team manager for Dyce, added: “The interchange is great news for Dyce and Aberdeenshire – helping to connect businesses with customers, people with jobs, and tourist attractions with visitors.
“We understand the importance of offering seamless door-to-door journeys, and believe projects like this make public transport quicker, easier, and more attractive.”
