Blackpool to St Andrews: Road Trip Guide & Distance

174.5 miles 280.9 km · straight line
246 miles actual route 395.9 km · driving distance
4h 53min estimated drive time
£37 - £46 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
3° N bearing direction

How far is Blackpool from St Andrews?

The distance from Blackpool to St Andrews is 174.5 miles (280.9 km) as the crow flies. St Andrews is located N of Blackpool. By car, the driving distance is approximately 246 miles, taking about 4h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Blackpool and St Andrews. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Blackpool to St Andrews

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 53min £37 - £46 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 52min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 38min $30–$86* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Blackpool & St Andrews

Quick Facts

Blackpool
53.82°N, 3.04°W
Europe/London
5m elevation
St Andrews
56.34°N, 2.80°W
Europe/London
10m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 142.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM