The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Stirling
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
16 h 55 m
Average duration
16 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
518 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Stirling is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Stirling will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cardiff for Stirling every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 518 km distance in an average of 16 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 16 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cardiff to Stirling
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Stirling among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £167.
Distance: 518 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price Cheapest | £176 Average Price | £187 Average Price |
17h 48m Average total duration 17h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff to Stirling bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Stirling coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:10 Cardiff | 16h55 | 22:05 Stirling | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Stirling
Buses from Cardiff to Stirling run on average 4 times per day, taking around 17h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 21:45. The fastest coach covers the 518 km distance in 16h 50m.
Distance 518 km |
Average bus duration 17h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 16h 50m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 21:45 |
FAQs: Cardiff to Stirling coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Stirling by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stirling, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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