What is the cheapest way to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling?

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling?

The fastest way to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Galloway and Stirling?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling. However, there are services departing from Road End and arriving at Islamic Centre via Dumfries station, Stance 2 and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Galloway and Stirling?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Stirling via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling?

The distance between Dumfries and Galloway and Stirling is 113 miles. The road distance is 93 miles.

How do I travel from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling without a car?

The best way to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling without a car is to line 381 bus and train which takes 3h 34m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling bus from?

Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Stance 2 station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling train from?

Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Train or bus from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling?

The best way to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling is to bus which takes 4h 18m and costs £28 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £95 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling bus arrive?

Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling train arrive?

Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling.

Where can I stay near Stirling?

There are 640+ hotels available in Stirling.

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There are 5 ways to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirling by bus, train, or car

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Line 381 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Crown Innbus 381
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Stirlingtrain
3h 34m
Drive 92.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries and Galloway to Stirlingcar 92.4 mi
1h 56m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stance 2 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Islamic Centrebus M8 / ...
4h 18m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
4h 2m
£50–95
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Stance 2 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X36 / ...
5h 6m
£28–38

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Distance: 112.3 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland and Stirling, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Road End to Islamic Centre via Dumfries station, Stance 5, Stance 2, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Road End to Stirling via Dumfries station, Dumfries, Glasgow Central, Central Station Forecourt, George Square, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 2m.

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