What is the cheapest way to get from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle is to bus which costs £7 - £14 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling Castle and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stirling Erskine House and arriving at George Street. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Stirling Castle and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stirling and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Stirling Castle and Edinburgh Castle is 38 miles. The road distance is 36.4 miles.

How do I travel from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £11 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle?

The train from Stirling to Edinburgh Waverley takes 49 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Stirling Erskine House station.

Where do I catch the Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle train from?

Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stirling station.

Train or bus from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle?

The best way to get from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £11 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus via Stirling Erskine House, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at George Street station.

Where does the Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle is 36 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

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There are 5 ways to get from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
1h 15m
£11–28
Bus via Stirling Erskine House
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stirling Erskine House to George Streetbus Ember
1h 42m
£7–10
Drive 36.1 mi
1. Drive from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castlecar 36.1 mi
49 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castletaxi 36.1 mi
49 min
£230–280
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Cowane Centre to Princes Streetbus 978
1h 47m
£7–14

Stirling Castle to Edinburgh Castle by foot and train

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Distance: 37.4 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Stirling Castle, Scotland and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Stirling to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £15–28 and the journey takes 49 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Stirling Erskine House to George Street every 4 hours. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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