Bus Partnership
In November 2024, we celebrated the second anniversary of our unique bus travel partnership with Stagecoach, and brought on board local bus operator Moffat & Williamson. Since November 2022, the 75% bus discount scheme has supported more than 670,000 journeys, covering 22 million kilometres of travel and saving an estimated 1,325 tonnes of carbon emissions, equivalent to a 34% reduction compared to car travel.
Nearly 50,000 discounted tickets have been purchased to date, making this one of the University’s most impactful cost-of-living and carbon-cutting initiatives. It has delivered over £2.6 million in cost savings for staff and students while significantly advancing sustainability goals.
Despite wider financial challenges in the higher education sector, St Andrews has reaffirmed its commitment to investing in projects that directly benefit its community and align with its sustainability strategy. The partnership has not only helped ease financial pressures on staff and students but also reduced congestion in St Andrews and demonstrated how collaborative approaches can drive meaningful change.
With Stagecoach planning to introduce fully electric buses on key local routes in 2025, the scheme’s success signals continued potential for further carbon savings and accessible, sustainable travel options.