Glasgow to St Andrews: Road Trip Guide & Distance

65 miles 104.6 km · straight line
73.7 miles actual route 118.6 km · driving distance
1h 44min estimated drive time
£11 - £14 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
59° ENE bearing direction

How far is Glasgow from St Andrews?

The distance from Glasgow to St Andrews is 65 miles (104.6 km) as the crow flies. St Andrews is located ENE of Glasgow. By car, the driving distance is approximately 73.7 miles, taking about 1h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. 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 Glasgow 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 Glasgow to St Andrews

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 44min £11 - £14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 5min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Glasgow & St Andrews

Quick Facts

Glasgow
55.86°N, 4.25°W
Europe/London
12m 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 22 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 383.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM