Edinburgh to St Andrews: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Edinburgh from St Andrews?
The distance from Edinburgh to St Andrews is 30.6 miles (49.3 km) as the crow flies. St Andrews is located NNE of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 52.6 miles, taking about 1h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United Kingdom.
This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to St Andrews
Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & St Andrews
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 10 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
- You could travel this distance about 812.9 times to circle the Earth's equator