Burnley to St Andrews: Road Trip Guide & Distance

176.9 miles 284.7 km · straight line
241 miles actual route 387.8 km · driving distance
5h 3min estimated drive time
£37 - £45 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
353° N bearing direction

How far is Burnley from St Andrews?

The distance from Burnley to St Andrews is 176.9 miles (284.7 km) as the crow flies. St Andrews is located N of Burnley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 241 miles, taking about 5h 3min. 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 Burnley 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 Burnley to St Andrews

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 3min £37 - £45 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 4min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 48min $29–$84* Comfort

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

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

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Quick Facts

Burnley
53.80°N, 2.23°W
Europe/London
140m 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 59 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 140.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM