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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Stirling Castle is to bus via Park and Ride which costs £4 - £11 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Stirling Castle is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Stirling Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Stirling Castle. However, there are services departing from Burnside Lane and arriving at Park and Ride via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Stirling Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Hamilton to Stirling Castle. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Central and arriving at Stirling via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Stirling Castle?

The distance between Hamilton and Stirling Castle is 44 miles. The road distance is 30.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Stirling Castle without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 30m and costs £14 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Hamilton to Stirling Castle, including transfers.

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

Hamilton to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by JMB Travel, depart from Burnside Lane station.

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

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

Train or bus from Hamilton to Stirling Castle?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Stirling Castle is to bus via Park and Ride which takes 1h 36m and costs £4 - £11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Hamilton to Stirling Castle bus arrive?

Hamilton to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by JMB Travel, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Hamilton to Stirling Castle train arrive?

Hamilton to Stirling Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central Low Level station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Stirling Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Stirling Castle is 31 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Hamilton to Stirling Castle.

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

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Where can I stay near Stirling Castle?

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Hamilton to Stirling Castle - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Hamilton to Stirling Castle by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
1h 30m
£14–30
Bus via Park and Ride
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Burnside Lane to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and Ridebus Uk091
1h 36m
£4–11
Train
1. Take the train from Hamilton Central to Glasgow Central Low Leveltrain Larkhall - Dalmuir / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
1h 37m
£17–31
Drive 30.7 mi
1. Drive from Hamilton to Stirling Castlecar 30.7 mi
36 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hamilton to Stirling Castletaxi 30.7 mi
36 min
£130–170
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X36
2h 29m
£7–15

Hamilton to Stirling Castle by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 43.6 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Burnside Lane to Stirling Castle via Buchanan Bus Station and Park and Ride in around 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Hamilton Central to Stirling Castle via Glasgow Central Low Level, Glasgow Queen Street, and Stirling in around 1h 37m.

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