What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle is to rideshare which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow Central Station and Stirling Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Park and Ride. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow Central Station and Stirling Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Stirling. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle?

The distance between Glasgow Central Station and Stirling Castle is 31 miles. The road distance is 27.5 miles.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle?

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirling takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle bus from?

Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle train from?

Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle?

The best way to get from Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle is to train which takes 58 min and costs £12 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus via Park and Ride, which costs £3 - £9 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle bus arrive?

Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Where does the Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle is 28 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle?

Book your Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Stirling Castle?

There are 636+ hotels available in Stirling Castle.

Can I share a ride from Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Glasgow Central Station and Stirling Castle. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
58 min
£12–24
Bus via Park and Ride
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and Ridebus Uk091
1h 18m
£3–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X36
1h 51m
£5–8
Drive 27.4 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castlecar 27.4 mi
35 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castletaxi 27.4 mi
35 min
£90–120
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Glasgow to Stirlingrideshare 26.6 mi
1h 12m
£4–7

Glasgow Central Station to Stirling Castle by foot and train

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Distance: 30.5 mi
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Glasgow Central Station, Scotland and Stirling Castle, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirling every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £12–24 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and Ride every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 35 min. Ember also services this route hourly.

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