4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stirling to Balloch
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
42 km
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.
Of the 2 trains that leave Stirling for Balloch on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 45 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 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 |
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€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
The table below shows live departures for Stirling to Balloch trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:56 AM Stirling | 1h36 | 12:32 PM Balloch | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stirling to Balloch
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 1h 35m.
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 |
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.
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FAQs: Trains from Stirling to Balloch
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stirling to Balloch 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 Balloch, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stirling to Balloch
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 21:00 Saturday 06:20 - 21:00 Sunday 08:50 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings - one on platform 2 and another on platform 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the parking bays outside the main station entrance
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 23:55 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:10 - 22:45
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Tulliechewan Road
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