Getting Around Stirling
The easiest ways to get around
Public Transport
Stirling and many of the surrounding areas are very well serviced by local bus routes. Public transport offers a great way to visit many of the top attractions in the area without the stresses of driving or the exertion of walking. The two main bus departure points in the city are Murray Place and The Bus station, both of which are located a very short walk from the city centre and the train station.
Getting to Stirling Castle
There is an excellent park and ride service which regularly makes its way through the city centre and up to the old town of Stirling for access to Stirling Castle. The bus runs every 15 minutes from 7.30am – 6.30pm Mon – Sat. For more information about this service click here. If you are driving it is worth finding a parking a space in town if you are not using the park and ride service.
Getting to the National Wallace Monument
From the bus station it is possible to catch regular buses which pass close to the Wallace Monument. Services 54, 62, and UL all stop at Wallace High School and from here it is a very short walk up the hill to the Wallace Monument.
The Trossachs Explorer
The Trossachs Explorer is a bus service, which offers connections through the Trossachs, from Callander to Aberfoyle and back again. The bus starts at Callander, stopping at Kilmahog/Ben Ledi, Brig O’Turk, Ben A’an, Loch Katrine, Ben Venue, The Lodge, Aberfoyle and back again!
For more information check the FAQs section!
C61 bus service
The C61 bus operates between Callander – Aberfoyle – Kinlochard. The bus runs Monday to Friday.
C62 bus service
C62 bus connects Croftamie – Drymen- Balrfon – Fintry – Kippen. The bus runs Monday to Friday.
Bridge of Allan
The Beautiful Victorian spa town of Bridge of Allan is also easily accessible from Murray Place. Services 54 and 54A depart very regularly and it is only a 10 minute journey.
Battle of Bannockburn
The X39 service leaves from Stirling Bus Station and stops at Whins of Milton which is the closest stop to the Bannockburn Experience.
For a full list of bus services around Stirling and the surrounding areas contact Stirling Bus Station on 01786 404040, visit Traveline Scotland here or call 0871 200 22 33
Taxi Services
The main taxi ranks are located on Station Road and Murray Place, not far from the city centre.
Rural Public Transport
Areas where there are no regular bus routes are serviced by DRT (Demand Responsive Transport). The service operates like a taxi and costs around the same as a bus fare.
DRT is available to anyone wishing to travel in rural Stirling and requires pre-booking. Full details can be found at www.stirling.gov.uk/drt.
By Car
All of the Top Attractions listed above are accessible by car and each has their own parking facilities. It is worth noting that these parking areas can become very busy at peak times. Please allow plenty of time to park.
Cycling
There are a number of cycle hire hubs located throughout the city. Cycling offers a great low cost and healthy way to see all that Stirling has to offer. Visit our cycling section for more information about bicycle hire in the city.
You can rent a bike from a number of locations in Stirling.
Santander Cycles by nextbike
Nextbike offers high-quality affordable bikes for rent. Download the nextbike by TIER app to sign up and hire a bike.
Forth Bike 
Rent e-bikes with the Forth Bike mobile app. You can choose from various memberships or pay per ride.
Stirling Xp 
Once in Stirling you can find your way and explore the city with Stirling XP. You can get live augmented reality directions to your destination. Interact with the 3D map to see where you are, and what surrounds you, before moving on to where you are going next.
Download the app from the links below.
