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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Stirling Castle is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Stirling Castle is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Stirling Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Stirling Castle. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Park and Ride via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Stirling Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Stirling Castle. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Stirling via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Stirling Castle?

The distance between Dumfries and Stirling Castle is 113 miles. The road distance is 91.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Stirling Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Dumfries to Stirling Castle, including transfers.

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

Dumfries to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Court station.

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

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Stirling Castle?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Stirling Castle is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus via Park and Ride, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Dumfries to Stirling Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Stirling Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Stirling Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Stirling Castle is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Dumfries to Stirling Castle.

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

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Where can I stay near Stirling Castle?

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

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

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Train
best
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 / ...
2h 58m
£46–85
Drive 90.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Stirling Castlecar 90.9 mi
1h 41m
£23–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
3h 16m
£35–53
Bus via Park and Ride
1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and Ridebus Uk091
3h 18m
£25–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X36
4h 14m
£28–38

Dumfries to Stirling Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 112 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Stirling Castle via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Stirling in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to Stirling Castle via Buchanan Bus Station and Park and Ride in around 3h 18m.

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