What is the cheapest way to get from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle?

The fastest way to get from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Loch Ness and Stirling Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle. However, there are services departing from Fort Augustus and arriving at Wallace Street via Fort William and Pine Trees Leisure Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Loch Ness and Stirling Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Stirling via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle?

The distance between Loch Ness and Stirling Castle is 170 miles. The road distance is 128.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £30 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loch Ness to Stirling Castle bus from?

Loch Ness to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Fort Augustus station.

Where do I catch the Loch Ness to Stirling Castle train from?

Loch Ness to Stirling Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle?

The best way to get from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Loch Ness to Stirling Castle bus arrive?

Loch Ness to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Fort William Bus Station.

Where does the Loch Ness to Stirling Castle train arrive?

Loch Ness to Stirling Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stirling station.

Can I drive from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Loch Ness to Stirling Castle is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle.

Where can I stay near Stirling Castle?

There are 614+ hotels available in Stirling Castle.

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There are 3 ways to get from Loch Ness to Stirling Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Stirlingtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
5h 10m
£32–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Fort William Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Fort William to Tyndrumbus
3. Take the bus from Pine Trees Leisure Park to Wallace Streetbus S60
5h 59m
£24–39
Drive 127.4 mi
1. Drive from Fort Augustus to Stirling Castlecar 127.4 mi
2h 43m
£33–47

Loch Ness to Stirling Castle by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 169.1 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Loch Ness, Scotland and Stirling Castle, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Stirling every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fort Augustus to Stirling Castle via Fort William Bus Station, Fort William, Pine Trees Leisure Park, and Wallace Street in around 5h 59m.

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