How much does a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to St Andrews cost?

The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to St Andrews is £23. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to St Andrews is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Edinburgh to St Andrews?

A train trip between Edinburgh and St Andrews is around 1h 5m, although the fastest train will take about 53m. This is the time it takes to travel the 32 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Edinburgh and St Andrews?

The number of trains from Edinburgh to St Andrews can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to St Andrews by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to St Andrews?

When taking the train from Edinburgh to St Andrews, you can travel comfortably and safely with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.

Train Edinburgh to St Andrews from £8

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to St Andrews on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:31	Waverley	1h 5m	21:36	Leuchars	Cheapest
Train	21:10	Gateway	57m	22:07	Leuchars	Fastest
Train	20:31	Waverley	1h 5m	21:36	Leuchars	No tags
Train	21:00	Waverley	1h 7m	22:07	Leuchars	No tags
Train	21:29	Waverley	59m	22:28	Leuchars	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to St Andrews on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:31	Waverley	54m	08:25	Leuchars	Cheapest
Train	09:30	Waverley	53m	10:23	Leuchars	Fastest
Train	07:31	Waverley	54m	08:25	Leuchars	No tags
Train	08:00	Waverley	1h 9m	09:09	Leuchars	No tags
Train	08:29	Waverley	59m	09:28	Leuchars	No tags

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Get from Edinburgh to St Andrews

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

1h 5mAverage duration

32 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4/530 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi5

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to St Andrews by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to St Andrews cost?
The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to St Andrews is £23. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to St Andrews is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Edinburgh to St Andrews?
A train trip between Edinburgh and St Andrews is around 1h 5m, although the fastest train will take about 53m. This is the time it takes to travel the 32 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Edinburgh and St Andrews?
The number of trains from Edinburgh to St Andrews can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to St Andrews by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to St Andrews?
When taking the train from Edinburgh to St Andrews, you can travel comfortably and safely with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/11

£8

13/11

£22

Today

£8

15/11

£12

16/11

£14

17/11

£22

18/11

£22

19/11

£22

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to St Andrews was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of £8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to St Andrews as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £8 to £26 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to St Andrews based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-11-15.