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Which bus from Edinburgh to Stirling is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Edinburgh to Stirling. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like FlixBus, Scottish Citylink or megabus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£5
tomorrow
£6
Monday
£6
Tuesday
£5
Wednesday
£6
Thursday
£5
Friday
£6

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Scottish Citylink 1h 29m 07:06 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street 08:35 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £5
Scottish Citylink 1h 29m 09:47 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street 11:16 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £5
megabus 1h 35m 07:00 Edinburgh Central bus station 08:35 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £6
megabus 1h 36m 09:40 Edinburgh Central bus station 11:16 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £6
FlixBus 2h 25m 05:55 Edinburgh St Andrew's House Station 08:20 Stirling Forth Valley College  Economy £8
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Stirling via Ratho, you can save more than £1? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 20%
      0h 47m
      Edinburgh
      13 km
      18:59
      Ratho
      Bus Stop
      19:46
      Stirling
      Bannockburn, Heritage Centre
      0 km
      Economy
      £4

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
megabus 1h 36m 13:10 Edinburgh Central bus station 14:46 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £6
megabus 1h 43m 15:10 Edinburgh Central bus station 16:53 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £6
Scottish Citylink 1h 23m 07:06 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street 08:29 Stirling Bannockburn, Heritage Centre  Economy £6
Scottish Citylink 1h 23m 11:17 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street 12:40 Stirling Bannockburn, Heritage Centre  Economy £6
FlixBus 2h 22m 05:58 Edinburgh Princes Street 08:20 Stirling Forth Valley College  Economy £8
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Stirling via Ratho, you can save more than £2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 33%
      0h 46m
      Edinburgh
      13 km
      19:00
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Coach Stop
      19:46
      Stirling
      Bannockburn, Heritage Centre
      0 km
      Economy
      £4

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
megabus 1h 35m 07:00 Edinburgh Central bus station 08:35 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £6
megabus 1h 36m 09:40 Edinburgh Central bus station 11:16 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £6
Scottish Citylink 1h 23m 07:06 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street 08:29 Stirling Bannockburn, Heritage Centre  Economy £6
Scottish Citylink 1h 23m 09:47 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street 11:10 Stirling Bannockburn, Heritage Centre  Economy £6
FlixBus 2h 48m 15:32 Edinburgh Haymarket Station 18:20 Stirling Forth Valley College  Economy £10
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Stirling via Ratho, you can save more than £2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 33%
      0h 52m
      Edinburgh
      13 km
      18:59
      Ratho
      Bus Stop
      19:51
      Stirling
      Goosecroft Coach Station
      0 km
      Economy
      £4

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
megabus 1h 35m 07:00 Edinburgh Central bus station 08:35 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £5
megabus 1h 36m 09:40 Edinburgh Central bus station 11:16 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £5
Scottish Citylink 1h 31m 07:00 Edinburgh Central bus station 08:31 Stirling St Ninians Roundabout  Economy £6
Scottish Citylink 1h 32m 09:40 Edinburgh Central bus station 11:12 Stirling St Ninians Roundabout  Economy £6
FlixBus 2h 30m 05:50 Edinburgh St Andrew's House Station 08:20 Stirling Forth Valley College  Economy £8
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Stirling via Ratho, you can save more than £1? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 20%
      0h 46m
      Edinburgh
      13 km
      19:00
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Coach Stop
      19:46
      Stirling
      Bannockburn, Heritage Centre
      0 km
      Economy
      £4

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
megabus 1h 35m 07:00 Edinburgh Central bus station 08:35 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £6
megabus 1h 36m 09:40 Edinburgh Central bus station 11:16 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £6
megabus 1h 36m 11:10 Edinburgh Central bus station 12:46 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £6
Scottish Citylink 2h 16m 16:14 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street 18:30 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £15
Scottish Citylink 2h 10m 16:14 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street 18:24 Stirling Bannockburn, Heritage Centre  Economy £15
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Stirling via Ratho, you can save more than £2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 33%
      0h 46m
      Edinburgh
      13 km
      19:00
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Coach Stop
      19:46
      Stirling
      Bannockburn, Heritage Centre
      0 km
      Economy
      £4

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
megabus 1h 35m 07:00 Edinburgh Central bus station 08:35 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £5
megabus 1h 36m 09:40 Edinburgh Central bus station 11:16 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £5
Scottish Citylink 1h 22m 07:09 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop 08:31 Stirling St Ninians Roundabout  Economy £6
Scottish Citylink 1h 22m 09:50 Edinburgh Haymarket Coach Stop 11:12 Stirling St Ninians Roundabout  Economy £6
FlixBus 2h 30m 05:50 Edinburgh St Andrew's House Station 08:20 Stirling Forth Valley College  Economy £7
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Stirling via Ratho, you can save more than £1? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 20%
      0h 46m
      Edinburgh
      13 km
      19:00
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Coach Stop
      19:46
      Stirling
      Bannockburn, Heritage Centre
      0 km
      Economy
      £4

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
megabus 1h 35m 07:00 Edinburgh Central bus station 08:35 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £6
megabus 1h 36m 09:40 Edinburgh Central bus station 11:16 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £6
megabus 1h 36m 11:10 Edinburgh Central bus station 12:46 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £6
megabus 1h 36m 13:10 Edinburgh Central bus station 14:46 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £6
megabus 1h 43m 15:10 Edinburgh Central bus station 16:53 Stirling Goosecroft Coach Station  Economy £6
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Stirling via Ratho, you can save more than £2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 33%
      0h 46m
      Edinburgh
      13 km
      19:00
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Coach Stop
      19:46
      Stirling
      Bannockburn, Heritage Centre
      0 km
      Economy
      £4

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Edinburgh to Stirling is £4 on 27/07/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Edinburgh and Stirling?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Edinburgh to Stirling. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 124 daily coaches from Edinburgh to Stirling. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Stirling.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 193 coaches from Edinburgh to Stirling, while Night sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Stirling, with 11 offers.

All facts for Edinburgh to Stirling bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus, Scottish Citylink and megabus that travel daily 71 times by bus from Edinburgh to Stirling in one click. Book your Edinburgh to Stirling bus ticket starting from £4!

Cheapest Bus £4
Fastest Bus 1h 9m
Earliest Coach 05:55
Latest Coach 22:20
Daily Bus Connections 71 Ø
Distance 49.9 km
Coach Companies FlixBus, Scottish Citylink and megabus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Edinburgh to Stirling?

Every day, 71 buses from 3 coach companies leave Edinburgh for Stirling. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 01/08/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 27/07
Tuesday 28/07
Wednesday 29/07
Thursday 30/07
Friday 31/07
Saturday 01/08
£6
Sunday 02/08
£6
Monday 03/08
£4
Tuesday 04/08
£4
Wednesday 05/08
£15
Thursday 06/08
£6
Friday 07/08
£6
Saturday 08/08
£26
Sunday 09/08
£15
Monday 10/08
£15
Tuesday 11/08
£15
Wednesday 12/08
£15
Thursday 13/08
£15
Friday 14/08
£15
Saturday 15/08
£5
Sunday 16/08
£5
Monday 17/08
£26
Tuesday 18/08
£6
Wednesday 19/08
£15
Thursday 20/08
£26
Friday 21/08
£15
Saturday 22/08
£26
Sunday 23/08

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Stirling

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Stirling, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £4, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Edinburgh to Stirling. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £6.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Stirling, with £4. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £5.

How to save money travelling from Edinburgh to Stirling

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Edinburgh to Stirling in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Edinburgh to Stirling, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Edinburgh to Stirling are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Edinburgh to Stirling?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Edinburgh to Stirling timetable.

FlixBus from Edinburgh to Stirling

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Edinburgh to Stirling:

Cheapest Price £7
Fastest Coach 2h 0m
Earliest Coach 05:55
Last Coach 21:50
Daily Connections 43 Ø
Found on 01/08/2026

megabus from Edinburgh to Stirling

megabus

Here you will find the key facts about the megabus bus route Edinburgh to Stirling:

Cheapest Price £5
Fastest Coach 1h 25m
Earliest Coach 07:00
Last Coach 22:20
Daily Connections 13 Ø
Found on 01/08/2026

Scottish Citylink from Edinburgh to Stirling

Scottish Citylink

Here you will find the key facts about the Scottish Citylink bus route Edinburgh to Stirling:

Cheapest Price £5
Fastest Coach 1h 9m
Earliest Coach 07:06
Last Coach 22:29
Daily Connections 31 Ø
Found on 01/08/2026
In total 3 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Stirling

Here is a map with all coach stations in Edinburgh and Stirling. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Edinburgh to Stirling? Compare all modes of transports from Edinburgh to Stirling.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Edinburgh to Stirling

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Edinburgh to Stirling. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Edinburgh to Stirling bus

How much does a Edinburgh Stirling coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Edinburgh Stirling bus trip is available from £4 and takes 1h 29m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Edinburgh to Stirling?

This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £4 to £29. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Stirling.

How many connections are available for the Edinburgh Stirling route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Edinburgh to Stirling is offered by roughly 71 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Stirling from Edinburgh take?

The quickest coach from Edinburgh to Stirling is provided by Scottish Citylink and takes 1h 9m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £13. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Stirling?

The earliest bus to Stirling departs from Edinburgh at 05:55. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Edinburgh to Stirling?

The latest bus to Stirling departs from Edinburgh at 22:20. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Edinburgh Stirling route?

Passengers looking to travel from Edinburgh to Stirling can travel with FlixBus, Scottish Citylink and megabus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Stirling?

You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh and Stirling by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus, Scottish Citylink and megabus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Stirling from Edinburgh?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Edinburgh Stirling bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Edinburgh Stirling bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Edinburgh to Stirling on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Edinburgh to Stirling?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 71 daily trips between Edinburgh and Stirling. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Edinburgh to Stirling?

Prices and availability for 71 trips between Edinburgh and Stirling change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Edinburgh to Stirling

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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