The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Airport to Stirling
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Stirling is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Stirling will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 3 trains that leave Edinburgh Airport for Stirling every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
15:130h38Edinburgh Airport15:51Stirling£121One-way0 changes
7:440h38Edinburgh Airport8:22Stirling£121One-way0 changes
8:440h38Edinburgh Airport9:22Stirling£131One-way0 changes
8:440h38Edinburgh Airport9:22Stirling£131One-way0 changes
7:440h38Edinburgh Airport8:22Stirling£121One-way0 changes
15:130h38Edinburgh Airport15:51Stirling£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Edinburgh Airport to Stirling
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Airport to Stirling among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 40 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£12 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh Airport to Stirling train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Airport to Stirling trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L87633 · W83137 | Delayed 7:34 8:28Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 0h54 | 9:22 Stirling station (STG) | 1 change | |
W69591 · L87828 · W82889 | Delayed 7:36 8:35Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1h17 | 9:52 Stirling station (STG) | 2 changes | |
W83137 | On time 8:44 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 0h38 | 9:22 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87547 · W83163 | On time 8:52 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1h04 | 9:56 Stirling station (STG) | 1 change | |
W83163 | On time 9:15 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 0h41 | 9:56 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87640 · C15379 | On time 9:20 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1h08 | 10:28 Stirling station (STG) | 1 change | |
C15379 | On time 9:44 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 0h44 | 10:28 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87555 · W83158 | On time 9:52 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1h03 | 10:55 Stirling station (STG) | 1 change | |
W83158 | On time 10:13 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 0h42 | 10:55 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
W68696 · L87271 | On time 10:23 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 0h53 | 11:16 Stirling station (STG) | 1 change | |
W83167 | On time 10:46 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 0h40 | 11:26 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83174 | On time 11:13 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 0h43 | 11:56 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Airport to Stirling
Trains from Edinburgh Airport to Stirling run on average 20 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:44, the last at 19:47. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 38m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 7:44 |
Last train 19:47 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh Airport to Stirling trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Edinburgh Airport and Stirling from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh Airport to Stirling train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Airport to Stirling by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stirling, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Airport and Stirling
Most Edinburgh Airport to Stirling trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Stirling station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Airport and Stirling train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Stirling from Stirling city centre
Stirling train station facilities and services
Stirling has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stirling.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stirling. ATMs are available at Stirling.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stirling. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stirling: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stirling: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stirling: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 10, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Most taxis accessible, at front of station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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