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

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Stirling Castle is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balloch to Stirling Castle is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Stirling Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Balloch to Stirling Castle. However, there are services departing from Balloch Bus Terminus and arriving at The Smith Institute via Lomond Terrace. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Balloch and Stirling Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Stirling Castle. However, there are services departing from Balloch and arriving at Stirling via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Balloch to Stirling Castle?

The distance between Balloch and Stirling Castle is 50 miles. The road distance is 29.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balloch to Stirling Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £16 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Balloch to Stirling Castle, including transfers.

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

Balloch to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Balloch Bus Terminus station.

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

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

Train or bus from Balloch to Stirling Castle?

The best way to get from Balloch to Stirling Castle is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £16 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 313 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Balloch to Stirling Castle bus arrive?

Balloch to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at High School station.

Where does the Balloch to Stirling Castle train arrive?

Balloch to Stirling Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Balloch to Stirling Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Balloch to Stirling Castle is 29 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Balloch to Stirling Castle.

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

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Where can I stay near Stirling Castle?

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Balloch to Stirling Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, line 313 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Balloch to Stirling Castle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Balloch to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
1h 44m
£16–42
Drive 29.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balloch to Stirling Castlecar 29.3 mi
37 min
£8–11
Line 313 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Balloch Bus Terminus to High Schoolbus 313
2. Take the bus from Lomond Terrace to The Smith Institutebus X10
2h 16m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Balloch to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Haugh Roadbus M8
2h 35m
£14–29
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balloch to Stirling Castletaxi 29.3 mi
37 min
£60–75

Balloch to Stirling Castle by train and foot

186Weekly Services

1h 44mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49.3 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Stirling Castle, Scotland?

You can take a train from Balloch to Stirling Castle via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Glasgow Queen Street, and Stirling in around 1h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balloch Bus Terminus to Stirling Castle via High School, Lomond Terrace, and The Smith Institute in around 2h 16m.

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