St Andrews to York, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

177.7 miles 286 km · straight line
259.7 miles actual route 418 km · driving distance
5h 13min estimated drive time
£39 - £48 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
157° SSE bearing direction

How far is St Andrews from York, United Kingdom?

The distance from St Andrews to York, United Kingdom is 177.7 miles (286 km) as the crow flies. York, United Kingdom is located SSE of St Andrews. By car, the driving distance is approximately 259.7 miles, taking about 5h 13min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for St Andrews and York, United Kingdom. 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 St Andrews to York, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 13min £39 - £48 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 16min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 57min $31–$91* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between St Andrews & York, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

St Andrews
56.34°N, 2.80°W
Europe/London
10m elevation
York, United Kingdom
53.96°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
17m 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 140.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM