Edinburgh to St Andrews train with Scotrail

Sat, 25 Jan
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Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to St Andrews

Showing times and prices for 25 Jan

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to St Andrews is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
ScotrailL90584
09:591h28
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
11:27St Andrews station
£271One-way
1 change
Cheapest
ScotrailL90029
08:291h20
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
09:49St Andrews station
£271One-way
1 change
Cheapest
ScotrailL90036
09:301h12
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
10:42St Andrews station
£271One-way
1 change
Cheapest
ScotrailL90593
11:001h27
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
12:27St Andrews station
£271One-way
1 change
Cheapest
ScotrailL90577
09:001h27
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
10:27St Andrews station
£271One-way
1 change

Edinburgh to St Andrews train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 25 January
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Scotrail
L90029
ScotrailL90029
08:29 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1h20 09:49 St Andrews station1 change
Scotrail
L90577
ScotrailL90577
09:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1h27 10:27 St Andrews station1 change
Scotrail
L90036
ScotrailL90036
09:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1h12 10:42 St Andrews station1 change
Scotrail
L90584
ScotrailL90584
09:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1h28 11:27 St Andrews station1 change
London North Eastern Railway
C71592
London North Eastern RailwayC71592
10:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1h22 11:49 St Andrews station1 change
Scotrail
L90593
ScotrailL90593
11:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1h27 12:27 St Andrews station1 change

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Edinburgh to St Andrews?

The best time to book your train from Edinburgh to St Andrews is days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Edinburgh to St Andrews route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Edinburgh to St Andrews per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Edinburgh to St Andrews.

Train times from Edinburgh to St Andrews

Showing times and prices for 25 Jan

Fastest Journey

1 h 12 m

Average

1 h 23 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

50 km

To travel from Edinburgh to St Andrews you need to make at least one change.

Fastest
ScotrailL90036
09:301h12
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
10:42St Andrews station
£271One-way
1 change
ScotrailL90029
08:291h20
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
09:49St Andrews station
£271One-way
1 change
London North Eastern RailwayC71592
10:271h22
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
11:49St Andrews station
£271One-way
1 change
ScotrailL90593
11:001h27
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
12:27St Andrews station
£271One-way
1 change
ScotrailL90577
09:001h27
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
10:27St Andrews station
£271One-way
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to St Andrews

Trains from Edinburgh to St Andrews run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. 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
49 km
Average train duration
1h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
2
Train providers
3
Fastest train
55m
First train
05:30
Last train
23:01
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

Train companies: ScotRail, East Coast and CrossCountry trains Edinburgh to St Andrews

You can travel by train from Edinburgh to St Andrews with ScotRail, East Coast and CrossCountry for as low as £16. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

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 to St Andrews train information with ScotRail:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 12 min
  • Cheapest Price: £19

FAQs: Edinburgh to St Andrews train

FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh 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 to St Andrews.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to St Andrews can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh to St Andrews is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Edinburgh to St Andrews is on average 55 min   for the 30 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Edinburgh to St Andrews by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Edinburgh to St Andrews leaves at 03: 58. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Edinburgh to St Andrews leaves at 23: 01.
Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Edinburgh to St Andrews with ScotRail or LNER. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the best Edinburgh to St Andrews train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with ScotRail, LNER or CrossCountry. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Edinburgh and St Andrews to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 01.
A day trip to St Andrews from Edinburgh 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 to St Andrews by train is September.
Yes, you can take a train between Edinburgh and St Andrews.
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