Sun, Jul 21, 2024, 2:00 pm - Mon, Jul 22, 2024, 12:00 am
Flight
The closest regional airport to St. Andrews is Edinburgh (EDI). We recommend arriving on Saturday (7/20) and departing Tuesday (7/23), as flights out of EDI tend to depart in the first half of the day. Transport from the airport to St. Andrews has a few options, refer to the sections below for more details.
Flight
As an alternative to flying into Edinburgh, you can also consider flying to Glasgow. The transportation to St. Andrews is a bit further but it may be a more cost effective option depending on the origin of your journey.
Travel Note
Refer to the following guide with some helpful information on transport to St. Andrews from the Edinburgh Airport including: taxi, shuttle, and bus options. If you prefer, you can also rent a car and drive from the airport to St. Andrews.
Train
If you prefer to take the train, there are trams that transport you from the Edinburgh Airport to the local rail network. Leuchars is the closest local train station to St. Andrews. One potential route is to take a tram from the airport to Edinburgh Gateway, and then a train to Leuchars (LEU) station. The train can be booked ahead on ScotRail and/or at the airport before taking the Edinburgh Airport tram. These trains usually run about 1.5 hrs. Once you've arrived at Leuchars station, St. Andrews is a short 15 minute taxi ride away. Taxis will be available waiting at the station. Please note: Rideshares like Uber and Lyft are not available in this region so it will be necessary to take a taxi as needed.
Hotel
We recommend staying at a St. Andrews accommodation like this one for the Saturday and Sunday nights.
House Or Rental
Great option for families! These are St. Andrews University accommodation that are let out in summer at a very reasonable price. In some cases there are accommodations with up to five ensuite bedrooms.
House Or Rental
For those that would prefer to rent a flat or house for their accommodation, consider Vrbo options for the Saturday and Sunday nights. This option will be more cost effective if you plan to extend your stay beyond the wedding.
Hotel
For those departing from Edinburgh Airport, we recommend staying at an accommodation like this one for the night before your departure as flights typically depart early in the morning.