The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to St Andrews
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
320 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester 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 Manchester to St Andrews will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester for St Andrews every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 320 km distance in an average of 8 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 15 m 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 Manchester to St Andrews
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to St Andrews among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £91.
Distance: 320 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price | £107 Average Price |
7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to St Andrews bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to St Andrews coaches for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 8h00 | 10:10 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 8h15 | 00:25 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester to St Andrews by coach, train or flight
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Why should you book Manchester to St Andrews coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to St Andrews.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester to St Andrews.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to St Andrews.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to St Andrews.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to St Andrews
Buses from Manchester to St Andrews run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 21:35. The fastest coach covers the 320 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 320 km |
Average bus duration 6h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 21:35 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from Manchester to St AndrewsYou can travel by bus between Manchester to St Andrews with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to St Andrews coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and St Andrews
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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