🚌 Bus from Edinburgh to Stirling
4 direct routes · about 89 min · first bus 07:00, last bus 22:20 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 909 | Scottish Citylink | ~89 min | 9 | 07:00 | 22:20 | Bus Station (Gate G-Stance 13) |
| E15 | Ember | ~78 min | 4 | 08:09 | 21:22 | George Street (The Dome) (Stop GM) |
| E4 | Ember | ~79 min | 4 | 04:21 | 20:25 | George Street (The Dome) (Stop GM) |
| 978 | Scottish Citylink | ~78 min | 1 | 17:05 | 17:05 | Bus Station (Gate G-Stance 13) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Edinburgh on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Edinburgh to Stirling?
4 routes run directly from Edinburgh to Stirling: the 909 (Scottish Citylink), the E15 (Ember), the E4 (Ember), the 978 (Scottish Citylink).
How long does the bus take from Edinburgh to Stirling?
Around 89 minutes on the 909, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Edinburgh to Stirling?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 909) leaves around 07:00 and the last around 22:20. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Edinburgh to Stirling?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.