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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Saint Andrews is to rideshare which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Saint Andrews is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Saint Andrews?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Castle to Saint Andrews station. However, there are services departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Bus Station via Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Saint Andrews?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Saint Andrews is 54 miles. The road distance is 50.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Saint Andrews without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 51m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Edinburgh Castle to Saint Andrews, including transfers.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Saint Andrews bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Saint Andrews bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Saint Andrews bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Saint Andrews?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Saint Andrews is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Saint Andrews.

Where can I stay near Saint Andrews?

There are 1291+ hotels available in Saint Andrews.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Castle to Saint Andrews?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh Castle and Saint Andrews. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cupartrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus X59 / ...
1h 51m
£21–38
Rideshare
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1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Saint Andrewsrideshare 50.3 mi
1h 36m
£4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Park and Ridebus M92 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Bus Stationbus 787
2h 51m
£11–20
Drive 49.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Saint Andrewscar 49.8 mi
1h 10m
£13–18

Edinburgh Castle to Saint Andrews by foot, train, and bus

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1h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 53.9 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

You can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Castle to Bus Station via Queensferry Street and Park and Ride in around 2h 51m.

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