The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stirling to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stirling to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stirling to Glasgow will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 16 buses that leave Stirling for Glasgow every day 16 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 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 40 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.
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Compare train and coach for Stirling to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stirling to Glasgow 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 34m. 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 £8.
Distance: 35 km
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Stirling to Glasgow bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stirling to Glasgow coaches for today, Monday 24 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 02:15 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0h40 | 02:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:15 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0h40 | 08:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:15 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0h40 | 09:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0h40 | 11:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0h40 | 11:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0h40 | 13:00 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:45 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0h40 | 14:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:45 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0h40 | 15:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:45 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0h40 | 16:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:50 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0h40 | 17:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:45 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0h40 | 18:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:50 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0h40 | 19:30 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:45 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0h40 | 20:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:45 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0h40 | 21:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:45 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0h40 | 22:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 00:45 Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) | 0h40 | 01:25 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stirling to Glasgow
Buses from Stirling to Glasgow run on average 24 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 24 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 35 km distance in 40m.
Distance 35 km |
Average bus duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink, Midland Bluebird from Stirling to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Stirling to Glasgow with Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink, 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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Coaches from Stirling to Glasgow
Coach passengers can journey from the medieval town of Stirling to the city of Glasgow in well under an hour. With five direct daily services, most options for travel are in the late afternoon and evening, but there are a few coaches in the middle of the day too.
Which coach companies travel from Stirling to Glasgow?
Only National Express is currently providing a regular coach service between these two towns in Scotland.
How long is the coach from Stirling to Glasgow?
The coach ride between Stirling and Glasgow usually takes 44 to 45 minutes. This figure is reliably consistent across all times of day and days of the week.
How many coaches are there from Stirling to Glasgow?
Five coaches run from Stirling to Glasgow per day, the earliest just before noon and the last about a half hour before midnight. There are no departures during most of the afternoon, but a total of three in the evening. It's the same on Saturday, while on Sunday there are only 4 coaches with the first departing in the early afternoon.
What is/are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Stirling to Glasgow?
Departure bus station:
Coaches to Glasgow set off from Stirling bus station on Goosecroft Road, which is open long hours seven days a week. It has a cafe/diner (closed on Sundays) and a waiting area. It's right next to the railway station, which has a taxi rank. Exiting to south of the station takes passengers to a row of bus stops offering local services. On the other side of Goosecroft Road is the main shopping district, with an eclectic blend of antique shops, charity shops and restaurants of many flavours, as well as the Stirling Arcade.
Arrival bus station:
Coaches from Stirling arrive at Glasgow Buchanan bus station on Killermont Street. Open 24 hours a day, this is a hub for National Express coaches for a wide variety of locations, not only Edinburgh and Aberdeen but also London Victoria, Bournemouth, Plymouth and Blackpool (during the summer). In addition, there are Citylink coaches to Inverness, Dundee, Belfast and other wide ranging destinations. In the meantime, local First bus routes run to Paisley, Torrance, Hamilton and elsewhere. Glasgow Buchanan also supports the Nextbike cycle hire scheme, with racks placed alongside two of the station entrances.
FAQs: Stirling to Glasgow coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stirling to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Stirling, Gooscroft Bus Station, which is located around 0.2 miles (254 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stirling and Glasgow
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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