Balloch to Stirling train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Balloch to Stirling

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£18

Fastest journey

1 h 33 m

Average duration

1 h 33 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

42 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Balloch to Stirling is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Balloch to Stirling will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Balloch 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 trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.

ScotRail
11:381h33
Balloch
13:11Stirling
£181One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Balloch to Stirling

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Balloch to Stirling among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £17.

Distance: 42 km

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£17

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£17

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Cheapest

1h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 28m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 27m

Average total duration

1h 57m

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Live departures

Balloch to Stirling train times

The table below shows live departures for Balloch to Stirling trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:22
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
scotrail18:08 Balloch
1h32
19:40 Stirling0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Balloch to Stirling

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Trains from Balloch to Stirling run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 1h 28m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17
Distance
42 km
Average train duration
1h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
1h 28m
First train
05:50
Last train
22:44
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17

Train companies: ScotRail from Balloch to Stirling trainsScotRail trains will get you between Balloch and Stirling from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 24m
Cheapest Price
£29
ScotRail frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Balloch to Stirling train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Balloch to Stirling by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stirling, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Two to three days in Stirling should be sufficient to explore its historic attractions, including Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument, and the Old Town Jail, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.
Booking trains from Balloch to Stirling in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Balloch to Stirling is 42 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Balloch to Stirling can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The train journey from Balloch to Stirling covers a distance of 42 km and takes approximately 1h 28m. Trains run 8 per day.
Yes, the train journey from Balloch to Stirling is scenic, offering views of Loch Lomond, the Trossachs National Park, and picturesque Scottish countryside.
The first train from Balloch to Stirling leaves at 5:50.
The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Stirling is by coach, costing approximately £17.
To get from Balloch to Stirling, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train station in Balloch that goes to Stirling is Balloch station (BHC), and it arrives at Stirling station (STG).
The last train from Balloch to Stirling departs at 22:44.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Balloch to Stirling.
Trains from Balloch to Stirling run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Balloch to Stirling.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Balloch to Stirling.
There is no night train service from Balloch to Stirling.
Yes, a day trip from Balloch to Stirling is feasible with a journey duration of 1h 28m and a distance of 42 km. The frequency is 8 times per day for trains.

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Important Stations and Airports in Balloch and Stirling

Balloch
Stirling
The major train station for departures in Balloch is Balloch. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Balloch for your trip from Balloch to Stirling.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 23:55 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:10 - 22:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on Platform 1. Available during ticket office opening hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Balloch
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Tulliechewan Road

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