Train from Edinburgh to Stirling: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Stirling on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
StirlingCheapest
ScotRailTrain
Edinburgh Park
StirlingFastest
ScotRailTrain
Waverley
StirlingNo tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
StirlingNo tags
ScotRailTrain
Waverley
StirlingNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Stirling

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Stirling. The journey takes about 47 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28train per day
47mAverage duration
31 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£9 - £28Average duration2h 30m
1kg CO₂e
Average price£7 - £18Average duration47m
1kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£5 - £5Average duration1h
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Stirling by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Edinburgh to Stirling?

    The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Stirling start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £14. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Stirling?

    The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Stirling is 47m, covering a distance of 31 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 38m and is operated by ScotRail.

  3. Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Stirling route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 28 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Stirling?

    The earliest train from Edinburgh to Stirling departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:44.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Stirling?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Stirling?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Stirling?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Stirling?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/12
£6
11/12
£13
Today
£6
13/12
£6
14/12
£6
15/12
£6
16/12
£6
17/12
£6
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Stirling was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £6

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

You can expect to pay from £6 to £17 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Stirling based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-12-13.

Usually ScotRail 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.

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