Inverness to Stirling bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Inverness to Stirling

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€22

Average price

€22

Fastest journey

3 h 25 m

Average duration

3 h 42 m

Buses per day

13

Distance

152 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Inverness to Stirling will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Inverness to Stirling without transferring at least once.

FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
08:50AM3h25
Inverness, Bus Station
12:15PMStirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride)
€221One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
08:50AM4h50
Inverness, Bus Station
01:40PMStirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride)
€221One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
12:50PM3h55
Inverness, Bus Station
04:45PMStirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride)
€221One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
01:20PM3h25
Inverness, Bus Station
04:45PMStirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride)
€221One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
04:50PM4h50
Inverness, Bus Station
09:40PMStirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride)
€221One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Inverness to Stirling

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Stirling among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a flight costs an average of €125.

Distance: 152 km

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Flight

€14

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Cheapest

€46

Average price

€146

Average price

3h 49m

Average total duration

3h 19m

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30m

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3h 20m

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2h 50m

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30m

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7h 47m

Average total duration

4h 47m

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3h 0m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Live departures

Inverness to Stirling bus times

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

Last updated at 5:01 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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megb7:40 AM Inverness
3h25
11:05 AM Stirling0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbus2:20 PM Inverness
5h20
7:40 PM Stirling0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbus7:10 PM Inverness
6h00
1:10 AM Stirling0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Inverness to Stirling

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Buses from Inverness to Stirling run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 01:45, the last at 20:27. The fastest bus covers the 152 km distance in 3h 25m.

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
Distance
152 km
Average bus duration
3h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Buses per day
20
Fastest bus
3h 25m
First bus
01:45
Last bus
20:27
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

Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink from Inverness to StirlingYou can travel by bus between Inverness to Stirling with Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 35m
Cheapest Price
€8
FlixBus frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Learn more about FlixBus

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
€18
Megabus frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

Scottish Citylink

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
€41
Scottish Citylink frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Bus from Inverness to Stirling

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Inverness to Stirling can start from as little as €15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Inverness to Stirling is €19; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Inverness to Stirling coach travel time is 3 h 5 min   for the 152 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Inverness to Stirling leaves at 07: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Inverness to Stirling leaves at 19: 55.
There is 1 coach a day from Inverness to Stirling which require at least one change with Megabus or ScotRail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Inverness to Stirling you can take a coach with Megabus or ScotRail. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Inverness and Stirling on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

When departing from Inverness, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Inverness, Bus Station and Inverness. When arriving in Stirling, you can end your route in coach stations like Stirling, Forth Valley College (Drip Road), Stirling, St Ninians Roundabout and Stirling, Gooscroft Bus Station.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Inverness, Bus Station, which is located around 0.2 miles (298 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stirling, Forth Valley College (Drip Road), located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Stirling from Inverness is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 5 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Inverness to Stirling by coach is May.
You have options as you can travel between Inverness and Stirling 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Inverness to Stirling

Inverness
Stirling
The major bus station for departures in Inverness is Inverness, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Inverness, Bus Station for your trip from Inverness to Stirling.
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