Gothenburg to St Andrews: Road Trip Guide & Distance

562.3 miles 905 km · straight line
674.8 miles estimated 1086 km · driving distance
13h 35min estimated drive time
SEK 1271 - SEK 1564 estimated fuel cost
~1h 38min flight time
267° W bearing direction

How far is Gothenburg from St Andrews?

The distance from Gothenburg to St Andrews is 562.3 miles (905 km) as the crow flies. St Andrews is located W of Gothenburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 674.8 miles, taking about 13h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Gothenburg is in Sweden, while St Andrews is in United Kingdom.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gothenburg and St Andrews. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Gothenburg to St Andrews

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 35min SEK 1271 - SEK 1564 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 38min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 18min $54–$101* Budget
Train ~17h 40min $81–$236* Comfort

Quick Facts

Gothenburg
57.71°N, 11.97°E
Europe/Stockholm
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 187 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 44.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients