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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Stirling
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Stirling is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Stirling will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 5 buses that leave Glasgow for Stirling every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 35 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 35 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 and coach for Glasgow to Stirling
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Stirling among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 35 km
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Stirling bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Stirling coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 06:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h35 | 06:50 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h35 | 07:50 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h35 | 08:50 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h35 | 09:50 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h35 | 10:50 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h35 | 11:50 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h35 | 12:50 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h35 | 13:50 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h35 | 14:50 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h35 | 15:50 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h35 | 17:50 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h35 | 19:15 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h35 | 21:05 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h35 | 22:05 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h35 | 23:05 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0h35 | 00:05 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Stirling
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Glasgow to Stirling run on average 25 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 25 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 35 km distance in 35m.
Distance 35 km |
Average bus duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, Stagecoach East Scotland, Scottish Citylink, Stagecoach West Scotland, Ember, Midland Bluebird from Glasgow to StirlingYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Stirling with Megabus, FlixBus, Stagecoach East Scotland, Scottish Citylink, Stagecoach West Scotland, Ember, Midland Bluebird for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Scottish Citylink
Stagecoach West Scotland
Ember
Midland Bluebird
Coaches from Glasgow to Stirling
Coach travel from Glasgow to Stirling is provided by National Express. With a choice of up to four coach services every day of the week, it's one of the fastest and most convenient ways to travel between the cities. Coaches take as little as 40 minutes to reach Stirling city centre from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station.
Which coach companies travel from Glasgow to Stirling?
Coach services from Glasgow to Stirling are operated by National Express Coaches. National Express is the largest and most well-known coach carrier in the UK, offering fast, efficient, low-cost and reliable services all over the country. It's advisable and often cheaper to book tickets for these services in advance.
How long is the coach from Glasgow to Stirling?
National Express coach services from Glasgow Buchanan Street Bus Station to Stirling City Centre take between just 40 minutes and one hour. This is a fast, direct, non-stop service.
How many coaches are there from Glasgow to Stirling?
From Monday to Saturday, National Express operates four direct coach services per day from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Stirling. The earliest service departs Glasgow at 6:00 a.m. with two further morning services and a final daily service departing in the early afternoon. On a Sunday, there are three coach services from Glasgow to Stirling but no 6:00 a.m. service.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Glasgow to Stirling?
Departure bus station: All coaches depart from Glasgow's Buchanan Bus Station, the city's main bus and coach terminal. Buchanan Bus Station is located to the north of the city centre and is easy to reach by bus from anywhere in and around the city. It's a 10-minute walk from Glasgow Central Railway Station and just a five-minute walk from the nearby Glasgow Queen Street Railway Station. Buchanan Bus Station boasts a range of facilities including bike storage, left luggage, ATMs and bike hire.
Arrival bus station: National Express services from Glasgow arrive at Stirling Bus and Coach Station, which is conveniently located in the very heart of the city centre. From here, there are plenty of options for onward bus travel, whilst Stirling Railway Station is just a three-minute walk away. Stirling Bus Station is home to a cafe, toilets and a ticket desk.
FAQs: Glasgow to Stirling coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stirling, Gooscroft Bus Station, located 0.2 miles (254 m) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Stirling
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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