Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews train with ScotRail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews

Showing times and prices for 19 Apr

Cheapest price

£8

Average price

£18

Fastest journey

55 m

Average duration

1 h 11 m

Trains per day

Distance

56 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 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 Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 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 trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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.

10:330h55

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

11:28St Andrews

£81One-way

0 changes

08:100h57

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

09:07St Andrews

£111One-way

0 changes

09:041h19

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

10:23St Andrews

£241One-way

0 changes

10:041h24

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

11:28St Andrews

£241One-way

0 changes

08:021h26

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

09:28St Andrews

£241One-way

0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews

United Kingdom

Trains from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

55 km

Average train duration

1h 21m

Cheapest ticket price

£8

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

55m

First train

07:11

Last train

22:39

Price information

Train companies: ScotRail and East Coast trains Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews

Find the best trains from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews with Omio's travel partners ScotRail and East Coast from £21. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews train information with ScotRail:

Average Duration: 1 h 16 min
Cheapest Price: £21

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews train information with East Coast:

Average Duration: 1 h 22 min
Cheapest Price: £21

FAQs: Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews train

FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews.

Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews is £20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to St Andrews from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is on average 55 min for the 34 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to St Andrews from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews leaves at 07: 11. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews leaves at 20: 10.

There are 14 trains a day from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews which require at least one change with ScotRail or LNER. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews train with ScotRail or LNER. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route to St Andrews from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 10.

A day trip to St Andrews from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is worth doing with a journey time of 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to St Andrews by train is March.

Yes, you can take a train to St Andrews from Edinburgh Airport (EDI).