Taxi Leuchars railway station for St Andrews.
Advance booking service for Taxi and Cab service.
Your driver will be waiting for you at the bottom of the stairs after you cross the pedestrian bridge, holding a sign with your name for easy identification.
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Pricing estimate for a taxi meter fare from the train station to St Andrews:
| Taxi fare guide Leuchars Railway Station Taxi to St Andrews prices starting from: | Day | Night |
|---|---|---|
| St Andrews Town Centre | £15 | £19 |
| David Russell & Fife Park, Student Apartments St Andrews | £16 | £19 |
| Agness Blackadder Student Halls St Andrews | £14 | £18 |
| Fairmont Hotel | £24 | £30 |
| Old Course Hotel | £14 | £18 |
| The Castle Course | £20 | £25 |
| The Albany Hotel | £15 | £19 |
| Montague Guest House St Andrews | £15 | £19 |
| Hotel Du Vin St Andrews | £15 | £19 |
| St Andrews University – College hall | £15 | £19 |
Estimated Taxi fare Leuchars Railway Station Taxi :
| Postcode | Estimated minimum Taxi fare from Leuchars Scotrail , Cross country and LNER Train Station: | Day | Night |
|---|---|---|---|
| KY 9 | Elie and Earlsferry, Kilconquhar, (and Kilconquhar estate) Largoward Colinsburgh | £40 £36 £35 £26 £36 | on request |
| KY10 | Anstruther, Cellardyke, Kilrenny, Pittenweem, St Monans, Crail, Arncroach | From £40 | From £45 On request |
| KY15 | Cupar town centre, | £17-£21 | From £20 on request |
| KY14 | Newburgh, Auchtermuchty, Strathmiglo, Gateside, Grange of Lindores, Dunbog, Lindores, Glenfarg, | £40 £38 £40 £45 £38 £35 £45 £50 | From £45 on request |
| KY15 | Blebocraigs, Ceres, Kilmany, Falkland, Ladybank, Freuchie | £15 £19 £15 £44 £30 £30 | on request |
| KY16 | St Andrews, Kingsbarns, and Cambo estate Dunino, Guardbridge, St. Michaels, Balmullo | £15 £30 £24 £5 £5 £8 | On request |
| DD6 | Newport-on-Tay, Wormit, Balmerino, Gauldry Tayport | £18 £17 £23 £18 £16 | £20-£25 |
| DD1 | Dundee city centre, | £27 | On request |
Leuchars Station General Info
(Pronounced ‘Loohkars’)
Drop-off / Pick-up points
Your driver will welcome you at the bottom of the pedestrian bridge once you crossed the tracks and will be holding a sign with your name upon!
*We will monitor your train for delays
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
You can find the time table for train arrivals and departures for Leuchars here
Leuchars Station (1848) is situated on the southwestern edge of the village on the A919.
- Platform one is southbound direction Edinburgh
- Platform two northbound direction Aberdeen
Leuchars serves as a key hub for train travel in Scotland, providing direct connections to major destinations like London King’s Cross, Edinburgh, and Aberdeen. Passengers can enjoy seamless journeys to other cities, including York and Newcastle.
From Leuchars, travelers can also connect to ScotRail services that reach various parts of Scotland, stretching from Thurso in the far north to Gretna Green in the south. The train service even extends to Carlisle in northern England, enhancing cross-border travel options.
Travelling by train not only offers a convenient way to reach these destinations, but it also allows passengers to take in the breathtaking landscapes of the UK.
Many scenic routes are only accessible by rail, making train travel a unique and rewarding experience for those looking to explore the region’s beauty.
Have a look at this downloadable MAP OF SCOTRAIL STATIONS AND CONNECTIONS
Also check out the Caledonian Sleeper trains which runs at night from the centre of London to Scotland train and vice versa from Leuchars to London LNER train station.
The Caledonian Sleeper is indeed a well-known overnight train service that operates between London and several destinations in Scotland. It offers a comfortable travel experience for those looking to traverse the distance while saving on accommodation costs.
Leuchars Staffing Hours
- Monday to Friday: 06:20 to 21:45
- Saturday: 06:20 to 21:45
- Sunday: 10:10 to 22:15
Leuchars railway station provides a welcoming waiting area with a heated waiting room, which houses the ticket office. The station is equipped with an induction loop system to assist deaf and hard of hearing passengers. For added convenience, travelers can also access a train and bus timetable information board to keep up-to-date with their travel schedules. This thoughtful design ensures a more comfortable and accessible experience for all passengers.
Leuchars car Parking.
The station provides two parking facilities with approximately 300 spaces, situated conveniently near the taxi rank by the access bridge. Among these, there are 13 designated spots specifically for Blue European Parking Badge Holders, located close to the entrance for easy access.
Car parking rates are affordable at £1 for every 24 hours. Patrons can purchase parking for up to 7 days through the Pay & Display Machine, while a more extended parking option of up to 30 days is available via the cashless service, RingGo.
Buses from Leuchars
The bus stop is strategically designed for accessibility and convenience, shelter facilities, clear timetable information, and an electronic departure screen, with additional bus timetable displays available in the station waiting room to enhance the passenger experience.s also displayed in the station waiting room.
A ‘St Andrews Railbus’ ticket is available providing a through ticket for journeys to St Andrews. Buses to St Andrews are very frequent.
Leuchars station Taxi Ranks
At Leuchars station, the taxi rank is conveniently located next to the ramped bridge, providing easy access for passengers arriving or departing from the station.
There is a ticket machine located on Platform 1.
All trains serving this station carry on-board ramps for wheelchair users.
Toilets
Timetable information is available on both platforms and in the waiting room.
Cycle Facilities
There are 8 lockers located in the car park and a rack for 6 bikes beside the taxi rank. There is also a rack for 5 bikes located on the platform opposite the ramped bridge. Users must provide their own padlock (lockers) or bike lock (racks).
CCTV
There are CCTV cameras throughout the station building, on both platforms and in the car park for your safety.
| Lost property contact details Leuchars train station | Telephone: 03301 092 833 https://www.nationalrail.co.uk |
|---|---|
| Scotrail | Scotrail |
Leuchars (for St. Andrews) (LEU)
Leuchars (for St Andrews) station
Station Road
Leuchars
Fife
KY16 0AA
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Uber or Lyft do not operate in St Andrews and surrounding areas.
The most efficient transfer service is still run by local taxi companies.
Starfish Taxis’ pricing is also more transparent and by booking in advance you can receive a fixed rate for your transfer. Ride shares are frequently available by local companies.
24 Hour service upon pre-booking.
NO, this is a fully licensed private door-to-door taxi service.
The car-share option can be requested and if a suitable option becomes available you can still opt in.
Advance payment is not a necessity you can choose from the following methods:
Cash, Bank wire, or secured Card link
- The preferred option is to pay by cash to the driver in the local Pound Sterling currency.
- Advance payment can be done by bank transfer, (minimum 24hours in advance):
We can send you the invoice with bank details upon request. - Payment can be done by card at 5% admin fee:
We will send you a secure payment link or you pay by swipe to the driver.
Generally the cab journey St Andrews > Leuchars will take 15 minutes from the town center,
The Distance is about 4 to 6 miles or just under 10km
Train journey Leuchars to Edinburgh about 1 hour
Leuchars to Dundee 10 minutes.
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