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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to St Andrews
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to St Andrews is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to St Andrews will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 4 trains that leave Inverness for St Andrews on Wed, Feb 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct trains cover the 153 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest trains will take 4 h 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Inverness to St Andrews
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to St Andrews among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 95 miles (153 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€46 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Inverness to St Andrews train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to St Andrews trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:36 AM Inverness | 3h54 | 8:30 AM St Andrews | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:41 AM Inverness | 3h45 | 11:26 AM St Andrews | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:42 AM Inverness | 3h26 | 12:08 PM St Andrews | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:39 AM Inverness | 4h57 | 4:36 PM St Andrews | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to St Andrews
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Trains from Inverness to St Andrews run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€29) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 20:26. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (153 km) distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 95 miles (153 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€29) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 20:26 |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER from Inverness to St Andrews trainsScotRail, LNER trains will get you between Inverness and St Andrews from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Inverness to St Andrews
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to St Andrews by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Andrews, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Inverness to St Andrews
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 18:30 Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 3
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Available between 0630 and 1930
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the Eastgate side of the station at the short stay car park
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