The cheapest and fastest trains from St Andrews to Stirling
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Andrews to Stirling is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Andrews to Stirling will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 3 trains that leave St Andrews for Stirling on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 22 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.
10:18 AM2h07St Andrews12:25 PMStirling$301One-way0 transfers
11:33 AM2h22St Andrews1:55 PMStirling$321One-way0 transfers
11:48 AM1h54St Andrews1:42 PMStirling$321One-way0 transfers
11:48 AM1h54St Andrews1:42 PMStirling$321One-way0 transfers
10:18 AM2h07St Andrews12:25 PMStirling$301One-way0 transfers
11:33 AM2h22St Andrews1:55 PMStirling$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for St Andrews to Stirling
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from St Andrews to Stirling among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from St Andrews to Stirling:
A bus is $19 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St Andrews to Stirling costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Stirling take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 30m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (1h 26m by train vs 1h 28m by car). Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
St Andrews to Stirling train times
The table below shows live departures for St Andrews to Stirling trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:18 AM St Andrews | 2h07 | 12:25 PM Stirling | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:33 AM St Andrews | 2h22 | 1:55 PM Stirling | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:48 AM St Andrews | 1h54 | 1:42 PM Stirling | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Andrews to Stirling
Trains from St Andrews to Stirling run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 22:31. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 5:21 AM |
Last train 10:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from St Andrews to Stirling trainsScotrail trains will get you between St Andrews and Stirling from $8 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from St Andrews to Stirling
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Andrews 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
Popular train stations from St Andrews to Stirling
Most St Andrews to Stirling trains use the Leuchars to Stirling station pair. Use this guide to compare St Andrews and Stirling train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which St Andrews station do trains to Stirling leave from?
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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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