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

The cheapest way to get from Saltcoats to Saint Andrews is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saltcoats to Saint Andrews is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Saltcoats and Saint Andrews?

No, there is no direct bus from Saltcoats to Saint Andrews station. However, there are services departing from Smithhills Street and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Saltcoats and Saint Andrews?

No, there is no direct train from Saltcoats to Saint Andrews. However, there are services departing from Saltcoats and arriving at Cupar via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Saltcoats to Saint Andrews?

The distance between Saltcoats and Saint Andrews is 127 miles. The road distance is 101.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Saltcoats to Saint Andrews without a car is to train and line 99 bus which takes 3h 48m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Saltcoats to Saint Andrews, including transfers.

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

Saltcoats to Saint Andrews bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Smithhills Street station.

Where do I catch the Saltcoats to Saint Andrews train from?

Saltcoats to Saint Andrews train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Saltcoats station.

Train or bus from Saltcoats to Saint Andrews?

The best way to get from Saltcoats to Saint Andrews is to line 9 bus and bus which takes 4h 3m and costs £29 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Saltcoats to Saint Andrews bus arrive?

Saltcoats to Saint Andrews bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Saltcoats to Saint Andrews train arrive?

Saltcoats to Saint Andrews train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Saltcoats to Saint Andrews?

Yes, the driving distance between Saltcoats to Saint Andrews is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Saltcoats to Saint Andrews.

Where can I stay near Saint Andrews?

There are 1297+ hotels available in Saint Andrews.

Saltcoats to Saint Andrews - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 99 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Saltcoats to Saint Andrews by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 99 bus
best
1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 99 / ...
3h 48m
£46–80
Drive 100.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Saltcoats to Saint Andrewscar 100.8 mi
2h 14m
£25–37
Line 9 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Smithhills Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
4h 3m
£29–55
Train
1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Cupartrain
4h 2m
£38–81
Line 11 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from North Ayrshire Museum to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus 11
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
4h 47m
£26–38

Saltcoats to Saint Andrews by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 126.4 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Saltcoats to Bus Station via Paisley Gilmour Street, Smithhills Street, Buchanan Bus Station, and Seagate Bus Station in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Saltcoats to Bus Station via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Haymarket, Cupar, and Railway Station in around 4h 2m.

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