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Trains to Stirling

The gateway to the Highlands and past home to Scottish royalty for 300 years

Our website offers cheap fares on LNER trains to Stirling - with no booking fees!

Some of our key routes to and from Stirling include trains to Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Inverness, taking in breathtaking views along the east coast of Scotland and through the Cairngorms.

Only 45 minutes north of Glasgow and 50 minutes west of Edinburgh, many LNER services stop at Stirling on their journey north into the Highlands.

Population
36,440
Fact About Stirling
The world's oldest football was found behind an oak panel in Stirling Castle — it has been dated to around 1540

Popular trains to Stirling

Step back in time in Stirling

Edinburgh to Stirling

Saturday 30 Dec 2023
From
£4.60
330% greener than a car

Glasgow Central to Stirling

330% greener than a car

Inverness to Stirling

Monday 8 Jan 2024
From
£12.50
330% greener than a car

These percentages were calculated using our Carbon Calculator.

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Step back in time in Stirling

Site of both the Battle of Stirling Bridge and the Battle of Bannockburn, Stirling is one of the most historically important cities in Scotland.

Explore the winding cobbled streets of the old town, climb up to the castle at the top of the crags, and take in views of Loch Lomond and the Highlands beyond.

Plus, when you join LNER Perks you'll get £5 free and 2% credit back every time you travel with us.

Things to do in Stirling

From Stirling Castle to the Old Town Jail take a look at our favourite things to do and see in Stirling.

Where to eat in Stirling

Discover Scottish haute cuisine, try the local ales, or get a taste for haggis in Stirling's restaurants and eateries.

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Stirling Highland Games

17th Aug

Experience the best of Scotland with a day out at the Stirling traditional Highland Games.

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RELATED FAQS

Which rail lines go through Stirling?

The main trains via Stirling station are LNER, ScotRail, and Caledonian Sleeper.

Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?

Students studying full time can save up to 40% on LNER tickets via UniDAYS. All you need to do is log in to your UNiDAYS account on our UNiDAYS offer page, then find the discount label on tickets.

How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?

Cancelled train

In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.

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If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:

- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’

- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’

- Enter your details and submit your request

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Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?

If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.

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Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?

On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.

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