The cheapest and fastest trains from Stirling to St Andrews
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h
Trains per day
4
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stirling 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 Stirling to St Andrews will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 4 trains that leave Stirling for St Andrews on Wed, Dec 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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 Stirling to St Andrews
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stirling to St Andrews among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. 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 €6, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€20 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Stirling to St Andrews train times
The table below shows live departures for Stirling to St Andrews trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:21 AM Stirling | 2h25 | 6:46 AM St Andrews | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:09 AM Stirling | 1h53 | 9:02 AM St Andrews | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:38 AM Stirling | 1h31 | 9:09 AM St Andrews | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 AM Stirling | 2h10 | 10:50 AM St Andrews | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Stirling to St Andrews by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stirling to St Andrews
Trains from Stirling to St Andrews run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 22:31. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 22:31 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Stirling to St Andrews trainsScotRail trains will get you between Stirling and St Andrews from $7 (€6). 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 Stirling to St Andrews
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stirling 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 Stirling to St Andrews
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 21:00 Saturday 06:20 - 21:00 Sunday 08:50 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- 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 platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 10
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Most taxis accessible, at front of 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 (RADAR key required) and in the Waiting Room on Platform 3.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings - one on platform 2 and another on platform 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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 parking bays outside the main station entrance
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