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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stirling to Balloch
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
42 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stirling to Balloch is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stirling to Balloch will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Stirling for Balloch on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 48 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.
07:44AM1h48
Stirling09:32AMBalloch
€191One-way
0 transfers
07:44AM1h48
Stirling09:32AMBalloch
€191One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stirling to Balloch
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stirling to Balloch among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 42 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€19 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stirling to Balloch train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 1:23 AM
Last updated at 1:23 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:44 AM Stirling | 1h48 | 9:32 AM Balloch | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stirling to Balloch
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Trains from Stirling to Balloch run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
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
Bus from €18
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
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
Bus from €18
Train companies: ScotRail from Stirling to Balloch trainsScotRail trains will get you between Stirling and Balloch from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest Price
€19
ScotRail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Stirling to Balloch
FAQs: Travel by train from Stirling to Balloch easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stirling to Balloch.
Cheap train tickets from Stirling to Balloch can start from as little as €19 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Stirling to Balloch 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 Stirling to Balloch train travel time is 1 h 34 min for the 42 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Stirling to Balloch leaves at 05: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Stirling to Balloch leaves at 22: 44.
There are 5 trains a day from Stirling to Balloch which require at least one change with ScotRail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Stirling to Balloch, you can count on ScotRail for the best way to get you to Balloch. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Stirling and Balloch and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 44.
A day trip to Balloch from Stirling is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 34 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Stirling to Balloch by train is September.
You have options as you can travel to Balloch from Stirling 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stirling to Balloch
Stirling
Balloch
The major train station for departures in Stirling is Stirling. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stirling for your trip from Stirling to Balloch.
Stirling
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 21:00 Saturday 06:20 - 21:00 Sunday 08:50 - 22:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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 all platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 10
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Most taxis accessible, at front of station.
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse (RADAR key required) and in the Waiting Room on Platform 3.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings - one on platform 2 and another on platform 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Stirling
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the parking bays outside the main station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Balloch is Balloch. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Balloch for your journey to Balloch from Stirling.
Balloch
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 23:55 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:10 - 22:45
Parking
- Car Park: No
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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
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 transit options for Balloch
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Tulliechewan Road
Most popular trains to and from Balloch and Stirling
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