A NEW bus service linking Edinburgh Airport and St Andrews, dubbed “the golf express”, has been launched.
Stagecoach, one of the largest bus and coach operators in the UK, announced the new service, which is “ideal for golf lovers” as it will provide “ample space” for golf clubs.
Passengers will be able to travel from Edinburgh Airport to St Andrews, Guardbridge, Cupar, Auchtermuchty, Kinross Park & Ride and Halbeath Park & Ride on the JET787 service.
The launch of the new bus service comes ahead of the Genesis Scottish Open and the Women's Scottish Open, which are both held this month at the Home of Golf, St Andrews.
Sarah Elliott, commercial director for Stagecoach East Scotland, said that with the new service, golf fans can bring “everything they need” to enjoy their visit.
She said: “There’s an exciting summer golf season ahead, and we’re ensuring visitors can enjoy convenient, hassle-free travel direct to the home of the sport from Edinburgh Airport.
“We’ve carried thousands of people on the JET787 service since it first launched in May, and with the spacious luggage compartments, passengers can bring everything they need to enjoy their visit.”
Ticket prices start from £11.70 for an adult single with services running every two hours, taking approximately 90 minutes.
Under 22s, over 60s and people with a disability can travel for free with a valid concession pass.
