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Visiting St. Andrews

St. Andrews is on your list of places to visit - fantastic. Let's talk about restaurants, getting there and some tips about what to do when you arrive.

What Should I Do In St. Andrews?

If you have 3 hours, a half day or even a week in St. Andrews then we have some suggestions for you. Read our guides and get going today!

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FAQs About St. Andrews

How Do I Get To St. Andrews?

If you are driving from Edinburgh, take the A90/A92 towards Dundee, then follow signs for St Andrews. The journey should take around 1 hour 15 minutes.

If you are coming by train, the nearest station to St Andrews is Leuchars, which is on the mainline from Edinburgh to Dundee. From Leuchars, you can take a bus or taxi to St Andrews (about 10 minutes).

If you're coming from Glasgow, take the M80 towards Stirling, then follow the M9 towards Perth. From Perth, take the A91 towards Cupar, then follow signs for St Andrews. This journey should take around 2 hours.

If you're already in Fife, you can take a bus from towns such as Glenrothes or Cupar, or even walk or cycle along the Fife Coastal Path.

Whichever method of transport you choose, be sure to take in the beautiful coastal scenery and historic landmarks along the way.

What's The Nearest Airport To St. Andrews?

The closest airport to St. Andrews is Dundee Airport, which is around 20 miles away. Another option is Edinburgh Airport, which is around 50 miles away. The suggested route from Dundee Airport is to take the A92 eastbound towards St. Andrews, while from Edinburgh Airport the suggested route is to take the M90 northbound and then follow the signs for St. Andrews.

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