How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Stirling?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Stirling start from R 139. The average price for this train route is around R 314. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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 50 km. The quickest train can get you there in 38m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Stirling route?

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

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.

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.

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

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

Which train operator offers 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.

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.

Train Edinburgh to Stirling from R 126

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Stirling on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:33	Waverley	42m	17:15	Stirling	Cheapest
Train	08:44	Edinburgh Park	38m	09:22	Stirling	Fastest
Train	07:03	Waverley	54m	07:57	Stirling	No tags
Train	16:33	Waverley	42m	17:15	Stirling	No tags
Train	07:15	Waverley	1h 9m	08:24	Stirling	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Stirling on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:33	Waverley	44m	17:17	Stirling	Cheapest
Train	16:13	Edinburgh Park	38m	16:51	Stirling	Fastest
Train	07:34	Waverley	54m	08:28	Stirling	No tags
Train	16:33	Waverley	44m	17:17	Stirling	No tags
Train	07:45	Waverley	1h 9m	08:54	Stirling	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Stirling on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:32	Waverley	45m	17:17	Stirling	Cheapest
Train	11:44	Edinburgh Park	39m	12:23	Stirling	Fastest
Train	09:25	Waverley	50m	10:15	Stirling	No tags
Train	16:32	Waverley	45m	17:17	Stirling	No tags
Train	09:25	Waverley	50m	10:15	Stirling	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Stirling on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:33	Waverley	42m	17:15	Stirling	Cheapest
Train	08:44	Edinburgh Park	38m	09:22	Stirling	Fastest
Train	07:03	Waverley	54m	07:57	Stirling	No tags
Train	16:33	Waverley	42m	17:15	Stirling	No tags
Train	07:15	Waverley	1h 9m	08:24	Stirling	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Stirling on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:33	Waverley	42m	17:15	Stirling	Cheapest
Train	08:44	Edinburgh Park	38m	09:22	Stirling	Fastest
Train	07:03	Waverley	54m	07:57	Stirling	No tags
Train	16:33	Waverley	42m	17:15	Stirling	No tags
Train	07:15	Waverley	1h 9m	08:24	Stirling	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Stirling on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:33	Waverley	42m	17:15	Stirling	Cheapest
Train	08:44	Edinburgh Park	38m	09:22	Stirling	Fastest
Train	07:03	Waverley	54m	07:57	Stirling	No tags
Train	16:33	Waverley	42m	17:15	Stirling	No tags
Train	07:15	Waverley	1h 9m	08:24	Stirling	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Stirling on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:33	Waverley	42m	17:15	Stirling	Cheapest
Train	08:44	Edinburgh Park	38m	09:22	Stirling	Fastest
Train	07:03	Waverley	54m	07:57	Stirling	No tags
Train	16:33	Waverley	42m	17:15	Stirling	No tags
Train	07:15	Waverley	1h 9m	08:24	Stirling	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:44 PM GMT.

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 R 139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28train per day

47mAverage duration

50 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 186 - R 615	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 139 - R 394	Average duration47m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 108 - R 108	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi5

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Stirling?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Stirling start from R 139. The average price for this train route is around R 314. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
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 50 km. The quickest train can get you there in 38m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Stirling route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 28 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.
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.
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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Stirling?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers 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.
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

09/12

R 129

10/12

R 128

Today

R 129

12/12

R 136

13/12

R 129

14/12

R 136

15/12

R 136

16/12

R 128

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Stirling was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 128

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 R 128 to R 374 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 R 128, which is on 2025-12-16.

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.