The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh to St Andrews
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to St Andrews is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to St Andrews will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 1 buses that leave Edinburgh for St Andrews on Sat, May 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 02 the direct buses cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Sat, May 02 the slowest buses will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:05 AM1h45Edinburgh11:50 AMSt Andrews€121One-way0 transfers
10:05 AM1h45Edinburgh11:50 AMSt Andrews€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to St Andrews
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 prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €6, and a bus costs an average of €12.
Distance: 50 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€12 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to St Andrews bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to St Andrews buses for tomorrow, Saturday, May 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:05 AM Edinburgh | 1h45 | 11:50 AM St Andrews | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to St Andrews
Buses from Edinburgh to St Andrews run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €6 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 05:30, the last at 23:04. The fastest bus covers the 50 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 50 km |
Average bus duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 5:30 AM |
Last bus 11:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 5 days |
FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to St Andrews
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to St Andrews by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Andrews, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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