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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £8 - £13 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Stirling 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 49 min.

How far is it from Stirling to Edinburgh?

The distance between Stirling and Edinburgh is 36 miles. The road distance is 35.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £5 - £75.

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

The train from Stirling to Edinburgh Waverley takes 49 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Edinburgh bus from?

Stirling to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Stirling to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Stirling to Edinburgh is to train which takes 49 min and costs £5 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £13 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Stirling to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stirling to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stirling to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Edinburgh is 36 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Stirling to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Stirling 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 / ...
49 min
£5–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Princes Street909 / ...
1h 28m
£8–13
Drive 35.6 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Edinburgh35.6 mi
48 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stirling to Edinburgh35.6 mi
48 min
£100–130
Line 38 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Asda38 / ...
2. Take the bus from Asda to Princes StreetX38
2h 28m

Stirling to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 36 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Stirling to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–13 and the journey takes 49 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Bus Station to Princes Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–13 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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