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The R&A World Golf Museum
Compact museum exploring the Royal and Ancient Game with clubs, trophies, and stories. Ideal for visitors interested in golf’s traditions.
Cheapest price
£85
Average price
£96
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
320 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for St Andrews every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 320 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 32 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.






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 £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £101.
Distance: 320 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£89 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £142 Average Price |
5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to St Andrews trains for tomorrow, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:00 Manchester | 6h32 | 14:32 St Andrews | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:15 Manchester | 6h17 | 15:32 St Andrews | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:15 Manchester | 5h20 | 21:35 St Andrews | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Manchester to St Andrews run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 19:48. The fastest train covers the 320 km distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 320 km |
Average train duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 19:48 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
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Compact museum exploring the Royal and Ancient Game with clubs, trophies, and stories. Ideal for visitors interested in golf’s traditions.
Wide avenue by the Old Course with classic golf views and easy access to the beach. Popular for photos and a relaxed stroll.
Broad sandy beach backed by dunes and famous golf scenery. Excellent for walks, sea air, and classic views of the town and coast.
Wide avenue by the Old Course with classic golf views and easy access to the beach. Popular for photos and a relaxed stroll.
Broad sandy beach backed by dunes and famous golf scenery. Excellent for walks, sea air, and classic views of the town and coast.
Medieval market street lined with university buildings, independent shops, and historic facades. One of the essential walks in the old town.
Scotland’s national dish of minced sheep offal with oats, suet and spices in a casing. A classic Burns supper favourite across Fife and St Andrews pubs.
Smoked haddock in creamy milk sauce, often with onion and parsley. A traditional east coast Scottish fish dish closely associated with nearby fishing communities.
Oats soaked overnight in cream or yoghurt, often with berries or honey. A long-standing Scottish breakfast staple commonly served in cafés and hotels.
Stylish seafood restaurant by the old harbour known for fresh fish and shellfish in a polished but relaxed setting.
Popular bakery and café for soups, sandwiches, cakes and coffee. Good for a casual lunch with strong local support.
Historic pub and restaurant serving hearty Scottish dishes, local beer and comfort food in a classic wood-panelled atmosphere.
St Andrews is pricier than many UK towns, with higher hotel rates, mid-range dining and limited local transport, though casual food and cafés remain manageable.
Service is sometimes included; if not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Café tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to St Andrews by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Andrews, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to St Andrews trains use the Manchester Oxford Road to Leuchars station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and St Andrews train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
St Andrews, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack bar available on site.
Wi-Fi is available at St Andrews, Bus Station. ATMs are available at St Andrews, Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at St Andrews, Bus Station.
Available at St Andrews, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Andrews, Bus Station: Wheelchair access available.
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