What is the cheapest way to get from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £8 - £12 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling Castle and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Cowane Centre and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Stirling Castle and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stirling and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh?

The distance between Stirling Castle and Edinburgh is 37 miles. The road distance is 36.6 miles.

How do I travel from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £5 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh?

The train from Stirling to Edinburgh Waverley takes 50 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Stirling Castle to Edinburgh bus from?

Stirling Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from The Cowane Centre station.

Where do I catch the Stirling Castle to Edinburgh train from?

Stirling Castle to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stirling station.

Train or bus from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £5 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £12 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Stirling Castle to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Stirling Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Stirling Castle to Edinburgh train arrive?

Stirling Castle to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling Castle to Edinburgh is 37 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Stirling Castle to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh WaverleyDunblane - Edinburgh / ...
1h 4m
£5–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Cowane Centre to Princes Street978
1h 32m
£8–12
Drive 36.3 mi
1. Drive from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh36.3 mi
50 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh36.3 mi
50 min
£100–130
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Princes Street909 / ...
1h 44m
£8–13

Stirling Castle to Edinburgh by foot and train

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Distance: 36.7 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Stirling Castle, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Stirling to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–13 and the journey takes 50 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from The Cowane Centre to Princes Street 4 times a day. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 1h 22m.

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