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

The cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Stirling Castle is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Stirling Castle is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Dumbarton and Stirling Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumbarton to Stirling Castle. However, there are services departing from Barloan Toll and arriving at Park and Ride via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Dumbarton and Stirling Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Dumbarton to Stirling Castle. However, there are services departing from Dumbarton Central and arriving at Stirling via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Dumbarton to Stirling Castle?

The distance between Dumbarton and Stirling Castle is 45 miles. The road distance is 34.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Stirling Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Dumbarton to Stirling Castle, including transfers.

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

Dumbarton to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Barloan Toll station.

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

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

Train or bus from Dumbarton to Stirling Castle?

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Stirling Castle is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus via Park and Ride, which costs £8 - £17 and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Dumbarton to Stirling Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumbarton to Stirling Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumbarton to Stirling Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumbarton to Stirling Castle is 34 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Dumbarton to Stirling Castle.

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Dumbarton to Stirling Castle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Oban - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
1h 36m
£17–36
Bus via Park and Ride
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barloan Toll to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and Ridebus Uk091
1h 47m
£8–17
Drive 34.1 mi
1. Drive from Dumbarton to Stirling Castlecar 34.1 mi
46 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dumbarton to Stirling Castletaxi 34.1 mi
46 min
£70–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to Buchanan Streetbus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X36 / ...
3h 22m
£10–15

Dumbarton to Stirling Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 45 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

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

You can take a train from Dumbarton Central to Stirling Castle via Glasgow Queen Street and Stirling in around 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barloan Toll to Stirling Castle via Buchanan Bus Station and Park and Ride in around 1h 47m.

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