The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to St Andrews
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
11 h 45 m
Average duration
13 h 41 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
565 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to St Andrews is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to St Andrews will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
Of the 5 buses that leave London for St Andrews every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 565 km distance in an average of 13 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to St Andrews
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to St Andrews among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £84.
Distance: 565 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£63 Average Price Cheapest | £117 Average Price | £93 Average Price |
11h 25m Average total duration 10h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to St Andrews bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to St Andrews coaches for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 13h15 | 00:25 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 11h45 | 09:45 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 11h15 | 09:45 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
![]() | 06:30 London | 15h00 | 21:30 St Andrews | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:00 London | 14h30 | 21:30 St Andrews | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:30 London | 13h55 | 23:25 St Andrews | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:10 London | 13h15 | 23:25 St Andrews | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to St Andrews
Buses from London to St Andrews run on average 11 times per day, taking around 10h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 565 km distance in 11h 45m.
Distance 565 km |
Average bus duration 10h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 45m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from London to St AndrewsYou can travel by bus between London to St Andrews with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to St Andrews coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to St Andrews by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Andrews, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and St Andrews
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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