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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Stirling is to bus via Perth which costs £14 - £40 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Stirling is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Stirling?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness station to Stirling. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stance 3 and arriving at Islamic Centre via Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Stirling?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverness and arriving at Stirling. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Inverness to Stirling?

The distance between Inverness and Stirling is 144 miles. The road distance is 136.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Stirling without a car is to bus which takes 3h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Inverness to Stirling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Stirling bus from?

Inverness to Stirling bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Stirling train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Stirling?

The best way to get from Inverness to Stirling is to bus which takes 3h 3m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £80 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Inverness to Stirling bus arrive?

Inverness to Stirling bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Where does the Inverness to Stirling train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Stirling?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Stirling is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Inverness to Stirling.

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

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Where can I stay near Stirling?

There are 574+ hotels available in Stirling.

Inverness to Stirling - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Police StationE8
3h 3m
Bus via Perth
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park and RideUk093 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Islamic CentreM8
3h 48m
£14–36
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to StirlingInverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
3h 5m
£23–80
Drive 135.4 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Stirling135.4 mi
2h 37m
£33–48

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Inverness to Stirling.

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Distance: 143.2 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

Ember operates a bus from Union Street to Police Station hourly, and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Stirling every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.

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