Oslo to St Andrews: Road Trip Guide & Distance

551.2 miles 887.1 km · straight line
661.4 miles estimated 1064.5 km · driving distance
13h 18min estimated drive time
NOK 1315 - NOK 1618 estimated fuel cost
~1h 37min flight time
249° WSW bearing direction

How far is Oslo from St Andrews?

The distance from Oslo to St Andrews is 551.2 miles (887.1 km) as the crow flies. St Andrews is located WSW of Oslo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 661.4 miles, taking about 13h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Oslo is in Norway, 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 Oslo 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 Oslo to St Andrews

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 18min NOK 1315 - NOK 1618 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 58min $53–$99* Budget
Train ~17h 17min $79–$231* Comfort

Quick Facts

Oslo
59.91°N, 10.75°E
Europe/Oslo
23m 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 184 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients