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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to St Andrews among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 50 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Edinburgh to St Andrews, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The journey is about 22m faster (1h 3m by train vs 1h 25m by car) and roughly £32 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£15 vs £47). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to St Andrews from Edinburgh by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Edinburgh to St Andrews is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from St Andrews are Edinburgh, Dundee, Perth and Glasgow. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from St Andrews on Omio.
Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital, known for its medieval Old Town and graceful Georgian streets. Historic landmarks, literary roots and a strong festival culture give the city a distinct, atmospheric character.
Dundee is a compact Scottish city on the River Tay, known for design, digital creativity and a maritime past. The waterfront and V&A Dundee give it a modern feel, while old streets and university life keep its character grounded.
Perth is a small Scottish city on the River Tay with strong royal and civic history. Known for its elegant centre and nearby Scone Palace, it feels calm, compact and well placed for exploring central and northern Scotland.
Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city, known for grand architecture, a strong music scene and a friendly, direct character. Its industrial past on the Clyde still shapes a city that now balances major museums, lively neighbourhoods and a clear cultural confidence.
Getting from London to Wolverhampton by bus is fast, convenient and comfortable with regular coaches covering the 182 kilometres from in an average of just 3.5 hours. National Express operates 9 services each day, with the first leaving at half past midnight. Some are direct, and some require a coach change at Birmingham. Some services call at Milton Keynes Coachway, Walsall or Dudley.
Travel 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.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Edinburgh and St Andrews as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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