Train tickets from St Andrews to Edinburgh

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Next departures for St Andrews to Edinburgh on November 20
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Leuchars
WaverleyCheapest
ScotRailTrain
Leuchars
WaverleyFastest
ScotRailTrain
Leuchars
WaverleyNo tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Leuchars
WaverleyNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Leuchars
WaverleyNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:42 AM GMT.

Get from St Andrews to Edinburgh

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 8 minutes, and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day
1h 8mAverage Duration
51 kmDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions

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

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

    The average train ticket price from St Andrews to Edinburgh is $38. The best way to find cheap train tickets from St Andrews to Edinburgh 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!

  2. How long is the trip from St Andrews to Edinburgh?

    A train trip between St Andrews and Edinburgh is around 1h 8m, although the fastest train will take about 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 51 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between St Andrews and Edinburgh?

    The number of trains from St Andrews to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from St Andrews to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from St Andrews to Edinburgh?

    When taking the train from St Andrews to Edinburgh, 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
11-16
$36
11-17
$36
Today
$11
11-19
$10
11-20
$15
11-21
$16
11-22
$17
11-23
$16
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St Andrews to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $10

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

You can expect to pay from $10 to $48 for a train ticket from St Andrews to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-11-19.

Usually ScotRail will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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