The cheapest and fastest trains from Stirling to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
24S$
Average price
24S$
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stirling to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stirling to Edinburgh will cost around 24S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 24S$.
Of the 29 trains that leave Stirling for Edinburgh every day 29 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 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 47 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.
W829915:21 AM0h50Stirling station (STG)6:11 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)24 S$1One-way0 changes
W831079:09 AM0h49Stirling station (STG)9:58 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)24 S$1One-way0 changes
L870501:38 PM0h52Stirling station (STG)2:30 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)24 S$1One-way0 changes
W830898:34 AM0h47Stirling station (STG)9:21 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)24 S$1One-way0 changes
W8313910:03 AM0h49Stirling station (STG)10:52 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)24 S$1One-way0 changes
C1465312:35 PM0h39Stirling station (STG)1:14 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)24 S$1One-way0 changes
C146519:34 AM0h40Stirling station (STG)10:14 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)24 S$1One-way0 changes
W830898:34 AM0h47Stirling station (STG)9:21 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)24 S$1One-way0 changes
W830046:09 AM0h47Stirling station (STG)6:56 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)24 S$1One-way0 changes
C1538110:39 AM0h47Stirling station (STG)11:26 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)24 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stirling to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stirling to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 11S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. 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 11S$, and a train costs an average of 10S$.
Distance: 50 km
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1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Stirling to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Stirling to Edinburgh trains for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W83057 | On time 7:39 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h48 | 8:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83231 | On time 8:02 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h47 | 8:49 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83234 | On time 8:38 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h48 | 9:26 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83272 | On time 9:10 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h52 | 10:02 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 14 August | |||||
W82991 | 5:21 AM Stirling station (STG) | 0h50 | 6:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83004 | 6:09 AM Stirling station (STG) | 0h47 | 6:56 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83019 | 6:35 AM Stirling station (STG) | 0h49 | 7:24 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83038 | 7:04 AM Stirling station (STG) | 0h53 | 7:57 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83054 | 7:21 AM Stirling station (STG) | 0h50 | 8:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83070 | 8:10 AM Stirling station (STG) | 0h50 | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83089 | 8:34 AM Stirling station (STG) | 0h47 | 9:21 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83107 | 9:09 AM Stirling station (STG) | 0h49 | 9:58 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14651 | 9:34 AM Stirling station (STG) | 0h40 | 10:14 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83125 | 9:40 AM Stirling station (STG) | 0h51 | 10:31 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83139 | 10:03 AM Stirling station (STG) | 0h49 | 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C15381 | 10:39 AM Stirling station (STG) | 0h47 | 11:26 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83160 | 11:04 AM Stirling station (STG) | 0h52 | 11:56 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83164 | 11:35 AM Stirling station (STG) | 0h50 | 12:25 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83169 | 12:05 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h51 | 12:56 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14653 | 12:35 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h39 | 1:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C15384 | 12:40 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h48 | 1:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83176 | 1:04 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h50 | 1:54 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83180 | 1:31 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h53 | 2:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87050 | 1:38 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h52 | 2:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83184 | 2:03 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h55 | 2:58 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83188 | 2:39 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h48 | 3:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83192 | 3:04 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h52 | 3:56 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83199 | 3:34 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h53 | 4:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14655 | 3:41 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h52 | 4:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83205 | 4:03 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h49 | 4:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83211 | 4:33 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h48 | 5:21 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W83216 | 5:01 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h51 | 5:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C15369 | 5:34 PM Stirling station (STG) | 0h56 | 6:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stirling to Edinburgh
Trains from Stirling to Edinburgh run on average 9 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 10S$ if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:29, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 39m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price 10S$ |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 4:29 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
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FAQs: Stirling to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stirling to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stirling and Edinburgh
Most Stirling to Edinburgh trains use the Stirling to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Stirling and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stirling station do trains to Edinburgh 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 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.
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