What is the cheapest way to get from George Square to Stirling Castle?

The cheapest way to get from George Square to Stirling Castle is to bus via Park and Ride which costs £3 - £6 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from George Square to Stirling Castle?

The fastest way to get from George Square to Stirling Castle is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between George Square and Stirling Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Park and Ride. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between George Square and Stirling Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Stirling. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from George Square to Stirling Castle?

The distance between George Square and Stirling Castle is 30 miles. The road distance is 27 miles.

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

The best way to get from George Square to Stirling Castle without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £11 - £12.

How long does it take to get from George Square to Stirling Castle?

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirling takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the George Square to Stirling Castle bus from?

George Square to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the George Square to Stirling Castle train from?

George Square to Stirling Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from George Square to Stirling Castle?

The best way to get from George Square to Stirling Castle is to train which takes 52 min and costs £11 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus via Park and Ride, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the George Square to Stirling Castle bus arrive?

George Square to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Where does the George Square to Stirling Castle train arrive?

George Square to Stirling Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stirling station.

Can I drive from George Square to Stirling Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between George Square to Stirling Castle is 27 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from George Square to Stirling Castle.

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

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Where can I stay near Stirling Castle?

There are 581+ hotels available in Stirling Castle.

Can I share a ride from George Square to Stirling Castle?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between George Square and Stirling Castle. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

George Square to Stirling Castle - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
52 min
£11–12
Bus via Park and Ride
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and Ridebus Uk091
1h 14m
£3–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sauchiehall Street to The Cowane Centrebus X10a
2h 58m
Drive 26.8 mi
1. Drive from George Square to Stirling Castlecar 26.8 mi
34 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from George Square to Stirling Castletaxi 26.8 mi
34 min
£55–70
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Glasgow to Stirlingrideshare 26.6 mi
1h 1m
£4–7

George Square to Stirling Castle by foot and train

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Distance: 30.2 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between George Square, Glasgow City, Scotland and Stirling Castle, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirling every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £11–12 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and Ride every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 35 min.

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