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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Stirling
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh 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 to Stirling will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 11 trains that leave Edinburgh for Stirling every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 51 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.
W831639:070h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:56Stirling station (STG)£141One-way0 changes- W831378:340h48Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:22Stirling station (STG)£141One-way0 changes
- W830756:320h48Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:20Stirling station (STG)£141One-way0 changes
- W832227:030h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:57Stirling station (STG)£141One-way0 changes
- W831037:350h53Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:28Stirling station (STG)£141One-way0 changes
- W831378:340h48Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:22Stirling station (STG)£141One-way0 changes
- W830756:320h48Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:20Stirling station (STG)£141One-way0 changes
- W831639:070h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:56Stirling station (STG)£141One-way0 changes
- W830325:180h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:07Stirling station (STG)£141One-way0 changes
- W830666:050h51Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:56Stirling station (STG)£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Stirling
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Stirling among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 50 km
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1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Stirling train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Stirling trains for today, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W83002 | On time 16:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h47 | 16:51 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
 G80228 | Delayed 15:46 16:33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h42 | 16:20 16:20Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83008 | On time 16:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h52 | 17:30 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83033 | On time 17:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h55 | 18:00 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14686 | On time 17:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h45 | 18:18 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83045 | On time 17:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h50 | 18:28 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83068 | On time 18:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h53 | 18:59 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83078 | On time 18:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h52 | 19:30 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83105 | On time 19:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h48 | 19:52 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14687 | On time 19:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h43 | 20:17 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83238 | On time 19:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h53 | 20:30 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83243 | On time 20:03 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h48 | 20:51 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83247 | On time 20:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h52 | 21:30 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83255 | On time 21:03 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h46 | 21:49 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83260 | On time 21:36 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h46 | 22:22 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83264 | On time 22:03 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h48 | 22:51 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 8 July | |||||
| W83032 | 5:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h49 | 6:07 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83042 | 5:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h53 | 6:26 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83066 | 6:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h51 | 6:56 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83075 | 6:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h48 | 7:20 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83222 | 7:03 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h54 | 7:57 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83103 | 7:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h53 | 8:28 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83110 | 8:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h53 | 8:58 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83137 | 8:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h48 | 9:22 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14678 | 8:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h52 | 9:30 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83163 | 9:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h49 | 9:56 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C15379 | 9:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h53 | 10:28 Stirling station (STG) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Stirling
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Trains from Edinburgh to Stirling run on average 6 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 42m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 5:18 |
Last train 23:36 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Stirling trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Stirling from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Edinburgh to Stirling
Train services from Scotland's capital to the historic city of Stirling are frequent and direct, offering a useful alternative to a drive up the motorway. Travellers planning a visit to Stirling Castle or the Wallace Monument can take direct trains from Edinburgh to Stirling seven days a week, with journey times of around 40 minutes. Departures run throughout the day, from early morning to very late in the evening on most days, with slightly fewer services on Sundays.
Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Stirling?
Scotland's national rail operator, ScotRail, provides all the daily direct trains from Edinburgh to Stirling. Due to the frequency of direct connections from the capital, indirect journeys are not a practical consideration on this route.
How long is the train from Edinburgh to Stirling?
The fastest trains to Stirling from Edinburgh Waverley station take just 40 minutes to complete the 37-mile trip north-west up the Forth valley to Stirling. Most services take from one to eight minutes longer to cover this route.
How many trains are there from Edinburgh to Stirling?
The ScotRail weekday schedule begins with an early morning service to Stirling leaving Edinburgh Waverley just after 5:00 a.m. The timetable continues with trains departing roughly every half hour throughout the day and evening, with the final connection from the capital leaving around 11:30 p.m. The Sunday timetable features fewer services, with a first departure to Stirling leaving Edinburgh in the mid-morning and an hourly service in the evening.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Edinburgh to Stirling?
Departure train station: Edinburgh Waverley Station is located in the heart of the Scottish capital, with numerous public transport connections provided by tram and city bus routes stopping nearby on Princes Street as well as a 24-hour airport shuttle service from Waverley Bridge. Station facilities include a pub, fast-food restaurant, supermarket, left luggage store and taxi rank on the main concourse.
Arrival train station: Stirling Station is located in the city centre, adjacent to the Thistles shopping centre and a short walk from the castle, served by city buses stopping nearby on Station Road and Goosecroft Road. Passenger facilities include a coffee shop, newsagent, cash point, free WiFi and a taxi rank.
FAQs: Edinburgh to Stirling train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Stirling
Most Edinburgh to Stirling trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Stirling station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Stirling train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. 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 Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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 platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Stirling station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
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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