- Distance (approx.)40 miles
- Driving time (approx.)1 hour 5 minutes
- One way from£125
Stirling is a favourite for school trips and visitors. Most groups go to Stirling Castle, the National Wallace Monument or the Battle of Bannockburn visitor centre, and the university brings plenty of student and family travel too. The drive is about 40 miles along the M9 and takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Prices from
| Vehicle | Large cases | One way | Same-day return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Seater Minibus6 large cases | 6 | from £125 | from £235 |
| 16 Seater Minibus12 large cases | 12 | from £215 | from £400 |
| 24 Seater Minibus16 large cases | 16 | from £295 | from £425 |
| 33 Seater Midi Coach25 large cases | 25 | from £300 | from £535 |
| 53 Seater Coach50 large cases | 50 | from £405 | from £645 |
These are "from" prices for Edinburgh to Stirling with a weekday daytime pick-up, worked out from our current rates and updated automatically when they change. The exact price depends on your date, time, group size and exact addresses, and the booking form shows it before you pay. Same-day return prices allow for the driver waiting about 4 hours at Stirling.
Pick-up tips
The driver will drop you as close to the castle as is allowed, which saves a steep walk up through the old town. If you plan to see more than one sight, add them as stops, or book hourly hire so the driver stays with you all day.
Luggage and vehicle sizes
School and youth groups often need a 33 or 53-seat coach. Every passenger, including children, has their own seat. For a family or small group, an 8 or 16-seat minibus is usually enough.
Distances and driving times on this page are approximate road estimates. Traffic, roadworks and your exact addresses change them.
Questions about this trip
Can you take a school group to Stirling?
Yes. Enter the total number of pupils and staff and the form shows the vehicles that fit. For groups larger than one coach, request a quote and we will arrange more than one vehicle.
Can we visit the castle and the Wallace Monument on the same day?
Yes. Add the second sight as a stop, or choose hourly hire so the driver takes you between them.
How long is the trip?
It is about 40 miles and usually takes about 1 hour 5 minutes from the city centre, depending on traffic.
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