Planning to attend The Open Championship at St Andrews in 2027? If you’re wondering where to stay for The Open 2027 or how to get from Edinburgh to St Andrews for The Open, staying in Edinburgh and arranging private transport could be a practical and comfortable option.
The 155th Open Championship returns to the historic Old Course at St Andrews from 11–18 July 2027, bringing one of the world’s biggest golf events back to Scotland.
With accommodation in St Andrews expected to be extremely sought after, many visitors are looking beyond the town itself and considering Edinburgh as a base for The Open 2027.
For those travelling from overseas, Edinburgh can offer a wider choice of accommodation, restaurants and attractions, while private transport can provide a convenient way to travel between Edinburgh and St Andrews on the days you attend the championship.
Where should I stay for The Open 2027?
One of the biggest questions for visitors planning a trip to The Open at St Andrews is where to stay.
St Andrews is an obvious choice, but accommodation is limited and demand is exceptionally high during major golfing events. Hotels and other accommodation can be booked well in advance and prices can increase significantly around The Open.
For some visitors, staying in Edinburgh for The Open 2027 could be a more practical alternative.
Edinburgh is approximately 50 miles from St Andrews and offers a much wider choice of hotels, apartments and other accommodation. It is also an international tourist destination in its own right, meaning you can combine your visit to The Open with time exploring Scotland’s capital.
For international visitors, Edinburgh can therefore make a convenient base for a longer Scottish holiday.
The important question then becomes:
How do I get from Edinburgh to St Andrews for The Open?
There are several ways to travel between Edinburgh and St Andrews, but during a major event such as The Open, planning your transport in advance is particularly important.
Private transport from Edinburgh to St Andrews allows you to travel as a group without having to hire a car, navigate unfamiliar roads or arrange several separate vehicles.
Moka Holidays can arrange private transportation for individuals, families and groups travelling to The Open.
Your driver can collect you from your Edinburgh accommodation and transport you towards St Andrews, with arrangements made around your group’s schedule and the event’s traffic and access arrangements.
After your day at The Open, your return journey can be arranged in advance, giving you one less thing to worry about during your trip.
Planning to stay in Edinburgh for The Open? Moka Holidays can arrange private transport from Edinburgh to St Andrews for your golf days.
Why choose private transport for The Open?
Private transport can be particularly useful if you are travelling with family, friends, colleagues or clients.
Instead of several people hiring cars or trying to coordinate different journeys, your group can travel together in one vehicle with a professional driver.
Benefits can include:
- Travel together as a group
- No need to hire a car
- No need to navigate Scottish roads
- Avoid the stress of finding parking
- Arrange transportation around your group’s schedule
- Choose a vehicle appropriate for your group size
- Combine The Open with a wider Scottish itinerary
Moka Holidays has a range of vehicles, from smaller private vehicles and minibuses through to larger coaches, allowing us to provide transportation for both small groups and larger parties.
Please note: access and drop-off arrangements around St Andrews during The Open will be subject to the official event and local traffic management arrangements. We will work with clients to agree suitable pick-up and drop-off arrangements as these are confirmed.
Travelling to The Open as a golf group
If you’re travelling to Scotland with a group of friends, colleagues or fellow golfers, private group transportation can make your trip considerably easier.
Moka Holidays can provide golf group transportation in Scotland, including transport between Edinburgh, St Andrews and other golf destinations.
This can be particularly useful for international golf groups who want to visit several of Scotland’s famous courses during the same trip.
Depending on your itinerary, your journey could include destinations such as:
- St Andrews
- Carnoustie
- Kingsbarns
- Gleneagles
- Royal Troon
- Turnberry
- North Berwick
Your golf itinerary can be combined with sightseeing and touring, allowing you to experience more of Scotland between rounds.
What if some people in your group aren't interested in golf?
Not everyone travelling to Scotland for The Open will want to spend every day watching golf.
If you’re travelling with a partner, family members or friends who aren’t interested in attending the championship, Moka Holidays can also arrange private Scottish tours while other members of your group are at The Open.
Depending on the time available, non-golfing guests could visit:
Loch Lomond & the Highlands
Explore some of Scotland’s most famous scenery, including Loch Lomond, Glencoe and the dramatic Highland landscapes.
Stirling & the Trossachs
Discover Stirling Castle, the Trossachs and some of the historic landscapes around central Scotland.
Edinburgh
Spend the day exploring Edinburgh’s Old Town, Edinburgh Castle and the city’s historic streets.
The Scottish Borders
Travel south from Edinburgh to explore historic abbeys, castles, villages and the beautiful Borders countryside.
Whisky & Scottish heritage
Visit a distillery or combine whisky with castles, historic sites and scenic Highland landscapes.
This can turn a golf-focused trip into a Scottish holiday that everyone in the group can enjoy.
Combine The Open 2027 with a private Scotland tour
For visitors travelling from the USA, Canada and other international destinations, The Open can be the starting point for a much longer Scottish adventure.
Rather than travelling to St Andrews just for the championship, why not combine your golf trip with a private tour of Scotland?
For example:
Edinburgh → St Andrews → Highlands → Glencoe → Isle of Skye → Loch Ness → Edinburgh
This is only a sample itinerary. Moka can create private touring around your group’s interests, available time and golf commitments.
Whether you’re interested in castles and history, whisky, scenery, Scottish culture or simply seeing more of the Highlands, your itinerary can be adapted around your plans.
Private transport for travel advisors and tour operators
The Open 2027 is also likely to create significant demand from US travel advisors, tour operators and international golf specialists arranging trips for their clients.
Moka Holidays can provide the local transportation element of bespoke Scotland itineraries, including:
- Private driver transportation
- Golf group transportation
- Minibus hire with driver
- Coach hire
- Multi-day private touring
- Airport and hotel transfers
- Transportation for FIT and private groups
If you are a travel advisor arranging a Scotland itinerary for your clients, we can work with your proposed itinerary and provide the transportation required to make it work.
How do I get from Edinburgh to St Andrews for The Open?
You can travel by public transport, hire a car or arrange private transport from Edinburgh to St Andrews. For families and groups, private transportation provides the convenience of travelling together with a professional driver and having your journey planned around your schedule.
How far is Edinburgh from St Andrews?
St Andrews is approximately 50 miles from Edinburgh, although actual journey times will depend on traffic and the special traffic management arrangements operating during The Open.
Can I stay in Edinburgh and attend The Open at St Andrews?
Yes. Staying in Edinburgh can be a practical option if accommodation in St Andrews is unavailable or outside your budget. You will need to plan your transportation carefully, particularly during the championship when demand and traffic around St Andrews will be significantly higher.
Can you provide transport for a golf group?
Yes. Moka Holidays provides private golf transportation in Scotland for groups of different sizes, including transportation to and from St Andrews and other Scottish golf courses.
Can you arrange a tour for people who aren't playing golf?
Yes. If only part of your group is attending The Open, Moka can arrange a separate private Scottish tour for partners, family or friends.
Can Moka arrange transportation for travel advisors and tour operators?
Yes. Moka Holidays works with travel professionals and group organisers to provide private transportation, minibus hire, coach hire and bespoke touring across Scotland.
Planning your trip to The Open 2027?
Whether you’re looking for where to stay for The Open 2027, wondering how to get from Edinburgh to St Andrews for The Open, arranging transportation for a golf group or planning a longer Scottish holiday, Moka Holidays can help.
We are an Edinburgh-based Scottish tour and transportation company providing private tours, private driver hire, minibus hire and coach transportation across Scotland.
Get in touch with Moka Holidays to discuss your 2027 plans.