4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Doune
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
2 h
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
2 h 17 m
Buses on 23 Sept
42
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Doune is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Doune will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
To travel from Edinburgh to Doune you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus10:242h26Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU)12:50Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride)£81One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus9:202h30Edinburgh, St Andrew's House11:50Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride)£81One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus14:262h34Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU)17:00Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride)£81One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:104h30Edinburgh, Bus Station19:40Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride)£81One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:022h48Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)14:50Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride)£81One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:102h00Edinburgh, Bus Station11:10Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride)£81One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:302h20Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)12:50Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride)£81One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus9:302h20Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)11:50Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride)£81One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus5:582h22Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)8:20Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride)£81One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus20:552h25Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH)23:20Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride)£81One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Doune
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Doune among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 59 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Doune:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Doune costing on average £14.
Other travel options to Doune take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 55m.
Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £1. The journey takes 1h 55m versus 1h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Doune bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Doune coaches for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:10 Edinburgh | 4h30 | 13:40 Doune | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:15 Edinburgh | 2h30 | 15:45 Doune | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Doune
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Edinburgh to Doune run on average 28 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 06:55, the last at 22:10. The fastest coach covers the 59 km distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 59 km |
Average bus duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 28 |
Fastest bus 1h 42m |
First bus 6:55 |
Last bus 22:10 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Edinburgh to DouneYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Doune with FlixBus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Doune coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Doune by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Doune, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Doune
Most Edinburgh to Doune buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Stirling, A84 (Castleview Park & Ride) station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Doune bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Edinburgh station do buses to Doune leave from?
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Edinburgh, St Andrew's House from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Most popular bus connections from Edinburgh
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