The cheapest and fastest trains from Stirling to London
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£123
Fastest journey
5 h 22 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Trains per day
56
Distance
570 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stirling to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stirling to London will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Of the 56 trains that leave Stirling for London every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 570 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 27 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.
Y1476017:096h08Stirling station (STG)23:17London Euston (EUS)£451One-way0 changes
W83006+
G2568818:036h00Stirling station (STG)0:03London Kings Cross (KGX)£521One-way1 change
W83205+
W34268 · W3416616:036h02Stirling station (STG)22:05London Euston (EUS)£591One-way2 changes
Y1476212:225h38Stirling station (STG)18:00London Euston (EUS)£711One-way0 changes
W83184+
W00587 · W3391714:036h00Stirling station (STG)20:03London Euston (EUS)£741One-way2 changes
W33970+
C005788:505h22Stirling station (STG)14:12London Euston (EUS)£2311One-way1 change
W82991+
G256875:215h23Stirling station (STG)10:44London Kings Cross (KGX)£1131One-way1 change
W83054+
G256827:215h25Stirling station (STG)12:46London Kings Cross (KGX)£1001One-way1 change
C02014+
C1465312:355h26Stirling station (STG)18:01London Kings Cross (KGX)£2311One-way1 change
C01942+
C146519:345h27Stirling station (STG)15:01London Kings Cross (KGX)£2311One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Stirling to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stirling to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 570 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£89 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £66 Average Price |
6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration 10h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stirling to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Stirling to London trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84896+ W82991+ W34181 | Delayed 5:17 5:21Stirling station (STG) | 5h51 | 11:12 London Euston (EUS) | 2 changes | |
G25687+ W82991 | Delayed 5:26 5:21Stirling station (STG) | 5h23 | 10:44 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
W83004 · W69454 · W68483+ W34028 | On time 6:09 Stirling station (STG) | 6h03 | 12:12 London Euston (EUS) | 3 changes | |
C02002+ W83004 | Delayed 6:30 6:09Stirling station (STG) | 5h52 | 12:01 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
W34028+ W82812 | Delayed 6:36 6:29Stirling station (STG) | 5h43 | 12:12 London Euston (EUS) | 1 change | |
G08180+ W83019 | Delayed 7:00 6:35Stirling station (STG) | 5h42 | 12:17 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C15269+ W34039 | On time 6:57 Stirling station (STG) | 6h15 | 13:12 London Euston (EUS) | 1 change | |
G25682+ W83054 | Delayed 7:26 7:21Stirling station (STG) | 5h25 | 12:46 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
W34039+ W82838+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | Delayed 7:38 7:25Stirling station (STG) | 5h47 | 13:12 London Euston (EUS) | 2 changes | |
C02006+ W83070 | Delayed 8:30 8:10Stirling station (STG) | 5h52 | 14:02 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
G80049+ W83089 | Delayed 9:00 8:34Stirling station (STG) | 5h37 | 14:11 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C00578+ W33970 | On time 8:50 Stirling station (STG) | 5h22 | 14:12 London Euston (EUS) | 1 change | |
C00578 | On time 8:50 Stirling station (STG) | 6h10 | 15:00 London Euston (EUS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C15282+ W33973+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | On time 9:30 Stirling station (STG) | 5h42 | 15:12 London Euston (EUS) | 2 changes | |
C01942+ C14651 | Delayed 9:30 9:34Stirling station (STG) | 5h27 | 15:01 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
W82991+ G25687 | 5:21 Stirling station (STG) | 5h23 | 10:44 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
W82991 · W69437 · W68477+ W34181 | 5:21 Stirling station (STG) | 5h51 | 11:12 London Euston (EUS) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stirling to London
Trains from Stirling to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 570 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 570 km |
Average train duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 25m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Stirling to London trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Stirling and London from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
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Caledonian Sleeper
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Trains from Stirling to London
Both Virgin East Coast Trains and Caledonian Sleeper with ScotRail offer services along this route, a journey that will require a minimum of one change, and in some cases, two or three. Trains from Stirling to London will see you arriving at London King's Cross Station, on a journey that takes approximately 6 hours (shortest journey time is 5 hours and 25 minutes). The earliest train departs from Stirling at 05:26 a.m., and the last one leaves at 11:17 p.m., with over 70 trains that run every day.
FAQs: Stirling to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stirling to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stirling and London
Most Stirling to London trains use the Stirling to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at London Euston. Use this guide to compare Stirling and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stirling station do trains to London leave from?
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.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London Euston from London city centre
London Euston train station facilities and services
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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