What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle is to bus which costs £5 - £11 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Stirling Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal and arriving at The Cowane Centre. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Stirling Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Stirling via Edinburgh Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle?

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Stirling Castle is 31 miles. The road distance is 31 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle without a car is to bus which takes 1h and costs £5 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle?

The bus from Terminal to The Cowane Centre takes 50 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle bus from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle train from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Park station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle is to bus which takes 1h and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle bus arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at The Cowane Centre station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle train arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stirling station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle is 31 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle.

Where can I stay near Stirling Castle?

There are 639+ hotels available in Stirling Castle.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Stirling Castle. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle - 7 ways to travel via train

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There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castle by bus, train, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal to The Cowane Centrebus 978
1h
£5–11
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Stirlingtrain Edinburgh - Dunblane / ...
1h 28m
£22–34
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Stirling Castlerideshare 30.9 mi
37 min
Drive 30.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castlecar 30.9 mi
37 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Stirling Castletaxi 30.9 mi
37 min
£65–80
Bus via Erskine House
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Stirling Erskine Housebus Ember
1h 10m
£6–10
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Bus Stationbus 909
1h 19m
£6–12

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Distance: 31.3 mi
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland and Stirling Castle, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Terminal to The Cowane Centre twice daily. Tickets cost £5–11 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Park to Stirling hourly. Tickets cost £13–25 and the journey takes 41 min.

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