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

The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to St Andrews is $26. The best way to find 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 3m, 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 trains 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 16. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. 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 $12

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Edinburgh to St Andrews on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:30pm	Waverley	55m	4:25pm	Leuchars	No tags
Train	4:00pm	Waverley	1h 7m	5:07pm	Leuchars	No tags
Train	4:29pm	Waverley	54m	5:23pm	Leuchars	No tags
Train	4:57pm	Waverley	1h 19m	6:16pm	Leuchars	No tags
Train	5:30pm	Waverley	1h 3m	6:33pm	Leuchars	No tags

Get from Edinburgh to St Andrews

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 3 minutes and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16train per day

1h 3mAverage Duration

35 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi5

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

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

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/28

$25

11/29

$25

Today

$12

12/01

$28

12/02

$15

12/03

$15

12/04

$15

12/05

$15

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to St Andrews was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $12

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 $12 to $34 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 $15 which is on 2025-12-04.