What is the cheapest way to get from Nairn to Stirling?

The cheapest way to get from Nairn to Stirling is to bus via Perth which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nairn to Stirling?

The fastest way to get from Nairn to Stirling is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Nairn and Stirling?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairn station to Stirling station. However, there are services departing from Nairn Bus Station and arriving at Dunblane Police Station via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Nairn and Stirling?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nairn and arriving at Stirling. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Nairn to Stirling?

The distance between Nairn and Stirling is 165 miles. The road distance is 138.5 miles.

How do I travel from Nairn to Stirling without a car?

The best way to get from Nairn to Stirling without a car is to train via Inverness which takes 4h 5m and costs £35 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Nairn to Stirling?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Nairn to Stirling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nairn to Stirling bus from?

Nairn to Stirling bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Inverness Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Nairn to Stirling train from?

Nairn to Stirling train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Nairn to Stirling?

The best way to get from Nairn to Stirling is to train via Inverness which takes 4h 5m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Nairn to Stirling bus arrive?

Nairn to Stirling bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dunblane Police Station.

Where does the Nairn to Stirling train arrive?

Nairn to Stirling train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stirling station.

Can I drive from Nairn to Stirling?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairn to Stirling is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Nairn to Stirling.

How do I get a train ticket from Nairn to Stirling?

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Where can I stay near Stirling?

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

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Train via Inverness
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Stirlingtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
4h 5m
£36–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Dunblane Police Stationbus Ember
4h 38m
£20–30
Drive 137.7 mi
1. Drive from Nairn to Stirlingcar 137.7 mi
2h 45m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Nairn to Stirlingtrain Inverness - Edinburgh
4h 21m
£80–140
Bus via Perth
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park and Ridebus Uk093 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Islamic Centrebus M9 / ...
4h 57m
£20–34

Nairn to Stirling by train

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Distance: 164.2 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Nairn, Scotland and Stirling, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Stirling every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Inverness Union Street to Dunblane Police Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £14–20 and the journey takes 2h 49m.

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