How much is the bus ticket from Stirling to Edinburgh?

The cheapest coach tickets from Stirling to Edinburgh start from £9. The average price for this route is around £12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Stirling to Edinburgh?

The average bus journey time from Stirling to Edinburgh is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 31 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 49m and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Stirling to Edinburgh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stirling to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus departs from Stirling to Edinburgh at 06:20. And the latest bus departs at 21:10.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stirling to Edinburgh?

A bus journey from Stirling to Edinburgh produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Stirling to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4302 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Stirling to Edinburgh?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Stirling to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Stirling to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Stirling to Edinburgh from £6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Stirling to Edinburgh on 20 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:55	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	6h	12:55	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:10	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	49m	12:59	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	07:55	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	5h	12:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:20	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	1h 33m	07:53	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:55	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	4h	12:55	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Stirling to Edinburgh on 21 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:55	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	6h	12:55	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:10	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	49m	12:59	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	07:55	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	5h	12:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:20	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	1h 33m	07:53	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	08:55	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	4h	12:55	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Stirling to Edinburgh on 22 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:30	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	1h 33m	17:03	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:10	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	49m	12:59	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	06:55	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	6h	12:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:20	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	1h 33m	07:53	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:55	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	5h	12:55	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Stirling to Edinburgh on 23 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:30	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	1h 33m	17:03	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:10	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	49m	12:59	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	06:55	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	6h	12:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:20	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	1h 33m	07:53	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:55	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	5h	12:55	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Stirling to Edinburgh on 24 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:30	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	1h 33m	17:03	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:10	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	49m	12:59	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	06:55	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	6h	12:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:20	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	1h 33m	07:53	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:55	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	5h	12:55	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Stirling to Edinburgh on 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:30	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	1h 33m	17:03	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:10	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	49m	12:59	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	06:55	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	6h	12:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:20	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	1h 33m	07:53	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:55	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	5h	12:55	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Stirling to Edinburgh on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:50	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	59m	20:49	Edinburgh Airport	Cheapest
Bus	12:10	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	49m	12:59	Edinburgh Airport	Fastest
Bus	06:55	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	6h	12:55	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:20	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	1h 33m	07:53	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:55	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	5h	12:55	Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Stirling to Edinburgh

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 46 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30train per day

46mAverage duration

28 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£9 - £32	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£7 - £18	Average duration46m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Stirling and Edinburgh?

Stops in Stirling

A
Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)
Goosecroft Rd (Stance 2), Stirling FK8, UK
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B
Stirling Bus Stop
50A Murray Pl, Stirling FK8 2BX, UK
Map

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
Visit page Map
C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
Visit page Map
D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
Map
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
Map
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
Map

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,117 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,305 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

According to the users, it is recommended to get your ticket in advance. The drivers are noted for being friendly and helpful, which contributes positively to the travel experience.

Megabus Stirling Edinburgh recent customer reviews

Bus was late but traffic and roadworks are out of the drivers control

Mick B.

13 January 2025

The bus didn’t show up

Nida G.

14 April 2024

Worth getting your ticket in advance. Drivers are friendly and helpful

Rodney S.

29 November 2023

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Stirling to Edinburgh

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Stirling to Edinburgh?
The cheapest coach tickets from Stirling to Edinburgh start from £9. The average price for this route is around £12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Stirling to Edinburgh?
The average bus journey time from Stirling to Edinburgh is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 31 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 49m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Stirling to Edinburgh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stirling to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus departs from Stirling to Edinburgh at 06:20. And the latest bus departs at 21:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stirling to Edinburgh?
A bus journey from Stirling to Edinburgh produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Stirling to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4302 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Stirling to Edinburgh?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Stirling to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Stirling to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

18/01

£10

19/01

£10

Today

£10

21/01

£10

22/01

£9

23/01

£9

24/01

£9

25/01

£9

The cheapest trip from Stirling to Edinburgh was searched and found on 22 Jan 2026 with a price of £9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stirling to Edinburgh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £9 to £13 for a bus ticket from Stirling to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2026-01-22.

Usually Megabus UK will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.