The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to St Andrews
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£30
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 £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
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 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £84.
Distance: 320 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price | £141 Average Price |
7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m 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 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:30 Manchester | 8h55 | 23:25 St Andrews | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:10 Manchester | 8h15 | 23:25 St Andrews | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
![]() | 01:10 Manchester | 8h00 | 09:10 St Andrews | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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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 00:20, the last at 23:45. 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 00:20 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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.

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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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