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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from St Andrews to Edinburgh
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 St Andrews to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Andrews to Edinburgh 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 St Andrews for Edinburgh on Wed, Mar 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 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 Wed, Mar 18 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for St Andrews to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Andrews to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €12.
Distance: 50 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€12 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from St Andrews to Edinburgh
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Buses from St Andrews to Edinburgh run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €4 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 05:30, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 50 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 50 km |
Average bus duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 05:30 |
Last bus 23:10 |
FAQs: Bus from St Andrews to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Andrews to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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