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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Charlestown is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Charlestown is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling and Charlestown?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling station to Charlestown. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Green via James Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Stirling and Charlestown?

No, there is no direct train from Stirling to Charlestown. However, there are services departing from Stirling and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Stirling to Charlestown?

The distance between Stirling and Charlestown is 27 miles. The road distance is 21.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Charlestown without a car is to bus and line 6 bus which takes 1h 35m and costs £7 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Stirling to Charlestown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Charlestown bus from?

Stirling to Charlestown bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Charlestown train from?

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

Train or bus from Stirling to Charlestown?

The best way to get from Stirling to Charlestown is to bus and line 6 bus which takes 1h 35m and costs £7 - £12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Stirling to Charlestown bus arrive?

Stirling to Charlestown bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Stirling to Charlestown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stirling to Charlestown?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Charlestown is 21 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Stirling to Charlestown.

Where can I stay near Charlestown?

There are 2915+ hotels available in Charlestown.

Stirling to Charlestown - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 6 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stirling to Charlestown by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 6 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X22
2. Take the bus from James Street to The Greenbus 6 / ...
1h 35m
£8–12
Drive 21 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stirling to Charlestowncar 21 mi
29 min
£6–8
Train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Haymarkettrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Dunfermline Towntrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
2h 25m
£21–48
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stirling to Charlestowntaxi 21 mi
29 min
£45–55

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Distance: 26.4 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Stirling, Scotland and Charlestown, Fife, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to The Green via Bus Station and James Street in around 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stirling to The Green via Haymarket, Dunfermline Town, City station, and James Street in around 2h 25m.

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