What is the cheapest way to get from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Saint Andrews and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Saint Andrews station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Queensferry Street via Nethergate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh?

The distance between Saint Andrews and Edinburgh is 54 miles. The road distance is 50.2 miles.

How do I travel from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 55m and costs £6 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saint Andrews to Edinburgh bus from?

Saint Andrews to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Saint Andrews to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Saint Andrews to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Railway Station.

Can I drive from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Andrews to Edinburgh is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2508+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Saint Andrews to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 99 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway StationX24 / ...
2. Take the train from Cupar to Edinburgh WaverleyDundee - Edinburgh / ...
1h 55m
£7–29
Line 99 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Station99 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Queensferry StreetM92
2h 8m
£14–20
Drive 50 mi
1. Drive from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh50 mi
1h 9m
£13–18
Bus, train via Ladybank
1. Take the bus from Alexandra Place to Railway Station64
2. Take the train from Ladybank to Edinburgh WaverleyDundee - Edinburgh / ...
2h 37m

Saint Andrews to Edinburgh by bus and train

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1h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 53.3 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Saint Andrews, Fife, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Queensferry Street via Railway Station and Nethergate in around 2h 8m.

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