What is the cheapest way to get from Balloch to Stirling Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Stirling Castle is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balloch to Stirling Castle?

The fastest way to get from Balloch to Stirling Castle is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Stirling Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Balloch to Stirling Castle. However, there are services departing from Lower Stoneymollan Road and arriving at Park and Ride via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Balloch and Stirling Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Stirling Castle. However, there are services departing from Balloch and arriving at Stirling via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Balloch to Stirling Castle?

The distance between Balloch and Stirling Castle is 50 miles. The road distance is 29.4 miles.

How do I travel from Balloch to Stirling Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Balloch to Stirling Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £20 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Balloch to Stirling Castle?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Balloch to Stirling Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Stirling Castle bus from?

Balloch to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Lower Stoneymollan Road station.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Stirling Castle train from?

Balloch to Stirling Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Balloch station.

Train or bus from Balloch to Stirling Castle?

The best way to get from Balloch to Stirling Castle is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £17 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Balloch to Stirling Castle bus arrive?

Balloch to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Balloch to Stirling Castle train arrive?

Balloch to Stirling Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Balloch to Stirling Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Balloch to Stirling Castle is 29 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Balloch to Stirling Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Balloch to Stirling Castle?

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Where can I stay near Stirling Castle?

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Balloch to Stirling Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Balloch to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
1h 45m
£20–38
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and Ridebus Uk091
1h 54m
£8–17
Drive 29.3 mi
1. Drive from Balloch to Stirling Castlecar 29.3 mi
37 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balloch to Stirling Castletaxi 29.3 mi
37 min
£60–75
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Balloch to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X36
2h 58m
£13–23

Balloch to Stirling Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 49.3 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Stirling Castle, Scotland?

You can take a train from Balloch to Stirling Castle via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Glasgow Queen Street, and Stirling in around 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Stirling Castle via Buchanan Bus Station and Park and Ride in around 1h 54m.

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