Scenic drive to Crail along the Fife coast

Getting to Crail

Directions, travel & transport information

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How to reach the Honeypot

The Honeypot Guesthouse is at 6 High Street South, Crail, Fife, KY10 3TD — right in the centre of the village. Free private parking is available for all guests.

By Car

From Edinburgh

~60 miles · 1 hr 15 mins

Cross the Forth Road Bridge via the M90. Take the A92 towards Kirkcaldy, then the A915 east through Leven and Lundin Links. Continue on the A917 through the East Neuk villages (St Monans, Pittenweem, Anstruther) to Crail.

From St Andrews

~10 miles · 20 mins

Head south on the A917 coastal road — a beautiful scenic drive past Kingsbarns and along the coast to Crail.

From Glasgow

~85 miles · 1 hr 45 mins

Take the M8 east to Edinburgh, then cross the Forth Road Bridge and follow the Edinburgh directions above. Alternatively, use the M80/M9 to Stirling and the A91 to St Andrews, then south to Crail.

From Dundee / Perth

~25 miles · 40 mins

Cross the Tay Road Bridge and head south through Leuchars and St Andrews on the A91/A917.

By Public Transport

By Bus

The Stagecoach 95 service connects Crail with St Andrews, Anstruther, and other East Neuk villages. Buses run approximately hourly. From Edinburgh, take a bus to St Andrews and change to the 95.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Leuchars (for St Andrews), approximately 15 miles north of Crail. Leuchars is on the Edinburgh–Dundee mainline with regular services. From Leuchars, take the Stagecoach bus or a taxi to Crail (~25 mins).

From Edinburgh Airport

Edinburgh Airport is approximately 60 miles from Crail (~1 hr 15 mins by car). You can hire a car at the airport, take a taxi, or travel by tram/bus to Edinburgh then onwards to Crail.

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Travel FAQ

How do I get to Crail from Edinburgh?

Crail is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes by car from Edinburgh, via the M90 and A91. Cross the Forth Road Bridge, follow signs for Kirkcaldy/Glenrothes, then head east on the A915/A917 through the East Neuk villages to Crail.

How do I get to Crail from St Andrews?

Crail is just 10 miles south of St Andrews, approximately 20 minutes by car via the A917 coastal road. The Stagecoach 95 bus also runs between St Andrews and Crail.

What is the nearest train station to Crail?

The nearest railway station is Leuchars (for St Andrews), approximately 15 miles north of Crail. Leuchars is on the Edinburgh-Dundee mainline and has regular services. From Leuchars, you can take a bus or taxi to Crail.

Can I get a bus to Crail?

Yes, the Stagecoach 95 service connects Crail with St Andrews, Anstruther, and other East Neuk villages. Buses run approximately hourly.

How far is Crail from Edinburgh Airport?

Edinburgh Airport is approximately 60 miles from Crail, around 1 hour 15 minutes by car. You can also take a taxi, or travel by bus/tram to Edinburgh and then onwards to Crail.

Is there parking at the Honeypot?

Yes, free private parking is available for all guests.

Need help getting here?

If you need any help with directions or travel arrangements, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Free private parking is available for all guests.