How to get from Edinburgh International Airport to St Andrews

Another great less expensive travel option is to take the St Andrews Shuttle, a shared shuttle bus from Edinburgh airport to St Andrews. The shuttle provides frequent trips, getting you to your destination in just 1 hour 20 minutes.

A one-way ticket from Edinburgh airport to St Andrews costs a fixed rate of €30 (£25) per tarveller.

Taking the shared shuttle bus is a great way to get from Edinburgh Airport to St Andrews as the shuttles are comfortable, reliable and cheaper than a taxi.

However, if you have not booked in advance or if you land outside the pick-up times, you might want to find an alternative travel solution. Moreover, if you are travelling in a group of 4 people or more, the end price per person ends up being the same or even less than a taxi.

The cheapest way to get from EDI to St Andrews is by taking Edinburgh’s public transportation. A combined bus trip can get you to St Andrews bus station in a total of 2 hours 15 minutes.

You will first have to take bus No. 747 towards Dunfermline (25 minutes) and stop at Ferrytoll, Park & Ride (Stance 2). From there you can get bus X59 (1 hour 25 minutes) and alight at St Andrews bus station.

A one-way ticket on bus No. 747 costs €4.80 (£4) and a ticket on bus No. X59 costs €6 (£5). The total bus trip costs €10.80 (£9). You can purchase your bus tickets directly with the driver or via the bus company mobile application.

Although being a great cost-savvy travel alternative, taking the bus can be tedious, especially if you are new to the city and travelling with children and/or heavy luggage. Moreover, taking a combined bus trip can involve a lot of waiting around and organising in order to align your travels with the bus schedule.

Please remember that once arrived at St Andrews bus stop, you will still have to find your own way to your St Andrews accommodation.