around 11 milesIt takes an average of 14m to travel from Dundee to Carnoustie by train, over a distance of around 11 miles (17 km). There are normally 25 trains per day travelling from Dundee to Carnoustie and tickets for this journey start from £4.50 when you book in advance.
The nearest railway station to St Andrews is Leuchars, situated around six miles from the town. The station facilities include 24-hour parking, a waiting room and taxi rank. Those travelling to St Andrews by train should take the Edinburgh to Dundee or Edinburgh to Aberdeen line to Leuchars.
6,941 yardsCarnoustie Golf LinksClub informationLength6,941 yards (6,347 m) (7,402 yards (6,768 m) for the 2018 Open Championship)Course record63 by Tommy FleetwoodBurnsideDesigned byJames Braid19 more rows
1838 - 1873 Golf is known to have been played at Carnoustie from as early as the 1500s. The club is known to have been in existence for some time before its formal foundation, records show that our club may have existed for a number of years before 1842.
The average journey time by train between Edinburgh (Waverley) and St Andrews Road is 11 hours and 18 minutes, with around 36 trains per day.
3 hours for St Andrews seems too little particularly as you have a specific interest in golf. I suspect the 3 hours will als be intended as time for you to get something to eat. Although St Andrews isn't huge, there is a lot to see apart from the golf related aspect.
Visitors must have a recognised handicap of 28 or less for men and 36 or less for women and should bring with them their current handicap certificate as these may be required prior to play.
“It's the toughest, not only because of all 18 holes, it has the toughest finish in championship golf. You've got a very tough 14 holes and an extremely difficult last four.”
In fact, according to the results of a Top 100 survey, Carnoustie is the toughest golf course in Britain & Ireland. The first record of golf being played across this links land dates back to 1527; a 10-hole course was laid out in 1842 by Allan Robertson.
Single Rounds *Summer prices during The Open on The Carnoustie Championship Course from 11th – 19th July 2022 are £360 for a single golfer.
Angus Council4.1 Angus Council owns the land and golf courses at Carnoustie Golf Links but for the last several decades has outsourced the management and maintenance of the courses and all associated activity such as management of local golfer access and securing major championships to CGLMC.
Royal North Devon at Westward Ho! can rightly claim to be the cradle of English Golf. Founded in 1864, it is the oldest golf course in the country and is regarded as the St Andrews of the South.
The quickest way to get from Edinburgh to Old Course at St Andrews is to taxi which costs £110 - £140 and takes 1h 4m. Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Old Course at St Andrews? Yes, there is a direct bus departing from West End, Queensferry Street and arriving at St Andrews, Grannie Clark's Wynd.
While the Borders fell victim to Beeching's infamous hatchet report, which brought about the end of hundreds of branch lines across Britain, the line into St Andrews was axed by British Rail; the national organisation deeming the line no longer viable due to a drop in passengers thanks to the rise of the motor car.
St Andrews is a great town to walk around and explore. There is plenty you can visit, including the St Andrews Cathedral, St Andrews Castle ruins, pier, botanic gardens and general historic architecture throughout the town.
We recognise the convenience of an app and the service that Uber and Lyft offers. Given the reliable established cab services and the small town of St Andrews, local taxi companies still offer the best efficiency for customers.
Yes, travel within United Kingdom is currently allowed. Explore travel options
The most affordable way to get from Edinburgh to Carnoustie is to drive, which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 22m. More details
The quickest way to get from Edinburgh to Carnoustie is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 22m. More details
No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at...
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh and arriving at Carnoustie. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey ta...
The distance between Edinburgh and Carnoustie is 43 miles. The road distance is 67 miles. Get driving directions
The best way to get from Edinburgh to Carnoustie without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £15 - £45. More details
The train from Edinburgh to Carnoustie takes 1h 32m including transfers and departs once daily. More details
Edinburgh to Carnoustie bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station. More details
Edinburgh to Carnoustie train services, operated by First ScotRail Service, depart from Edinburgh station. More details
The distance between Edinburgh and Carnoustie is 43 miles. The road distance is 67 miles.
The train journey time between Edinburgh and Carnoustie is around 1h 39m and covers a distance of around 69 miles. The fastest train normally takes 1h 32m. Services are operated by First ScotRail Service. Typically 74 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
First ScotRail Service operates a train from Edinburgh to Carnoustie 5 times a day. Tickets cost £15 - £45 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh to Carnoustie via Dundee City Centre, Bus Station in around 2h 43m.
Edinburgh to Carnoustie bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.
The Carnoustie Golf Links are in Carnoustie, Angus, Scotland. Its historic championship golf course is one of the venues in the Open Championship rotation.
Broughty Castle is a historic castle on the banks of the river Tay in Broughty Ferry , Dundee, Scotland. It was completed around 1495, although the site was earlier fortified in 1454 when George Douglas, 4th Earl of Angus received permission to build on the site. His son Archibald Douglas, 5th Earl of Angus was coerced into ceding the castle to the crown. The main tower house forming the centre of the castle with four floors was built by Andrew, 2nd Lord Gray who was granted the castle in 1490.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Carnoustie is subject to regional advice.
Getting to your hotel in Carnoustie, Scotland could not be more simple with Golf-Drives. All of the big airlines fly into Edinburgh Airport and Golf-Drives provide hassle-free transportation for all group sizes from Edinburgh.
Book a driver and vehicle to take you to the course for tee-off time and back to your hotel for when you finish your round.
Similar to a private transfer the only difference is that it is using a larger vehicle.
Inverness to the East Lothians area is around a 3 hr 15 minute drive in normal traffic conditions
Aberdeen to Turnberry is around a 3 hr 45 minute drive in normal traffic conditions
Press "Show map" button to reveal the map with the route for distance from Edinburgh to Carnoustie. To use our Fuel Calculator tool please make sure that MPG is right for your car then click "Calculate". There are some more great features awaiting. Scroll down.
Don't know where to stay in Carnoustie? We have hotel booking options for you and also Car Rentals to your right.
Please click here to view our full Terms & Conditions Please click here for our Guide to Golf
The Rookery – We highly recommended to reserve a table in advance for pre and/or post golf. Simply visit www.therookerycarnoustie.com, email [email protected] or call 01241 802296.