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

The cheapest way to get from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh Castle is to bus which costs £11 - £20 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £18.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Saint Andrews station to Edinburgh Castle. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Queensferry Street via Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh Castle?

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

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

The best way to get from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 6m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh Castle, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Saint Andrews to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

Saint Andrews to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Can I drive from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Andrews to Edinburgh Castle is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh Castle.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 2837+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus X24 / ...
2. Take the train from Cupar to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2h 6m
£21–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Park and Ridebus 787
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Queensferry Streetbus M92 / ...
2h 17m
£12–19
Drive 49.9 mi
1. Drive from Saint Andrews to Edinburgh Castlecar 49.9 mi
1h 11m
£13–18
Bus, train via Ladybank
1. Take the bus from Alexandra Place to Railway Stationbus 64
2. Take the train from Ladybank to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2h 48m
£22–37

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

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Distance: 53.9 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Edinburgh Castle via Park and Ride and Queensferry Street in around 2h 17m.

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