New electric fleet powers up on Stagecoach 99 service between St Andrews and Dundee
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The move marks a major improvement in customer experience and a significant step towards greener travel.
The introduction of the electric fleet by Stagecoach, the UK’s leading bus operator, is coming just in time for the new university term, offering thousands of students and staff travelling to and from the University of St Andrews and Dundee campuses a quieter, smoother, and greener journey.
With the iconic service number 99, Stagecoach says the home of golf is about to get a lot greener while passengers can also enjoy a cleaner alternative that’s every bit as sweet as the legendary ice cream that shares its name.
What this means for passengers
- New term, new buses – fully electric vehicles launching on Stagecoach service 99 between St Andrews and Dundee.
- Quieter, smoother, and greener journeys for students, commuters, leisure travellers and local communities.
- Major step forward in Stagecoach’s drive to deliver sustainable travel across East Scotland.
Fast, frequent service
Service 99 runs up to every 10 minutes throughout the day, with end-to-end journeys taking just over 30 minutes. Passengers can travel from Leuchars to Dundee in just 25 minutes, and reach St Andrews in only 10 minutes, making it one of the most convenient and sustainable ways to connect across the area.
Tickets including the North East Fife DayRider, MegaRider and Flexi5/10 are available directly via the Stagecoach app, ensuring great value and flexibility for regular travel.
David Frenz, Interim Managing Director for Stagecoach East Scotland, said: "This is another major milestone in our journey towards Net Zero and underlines our commitment to providing sustainable, high-quality modern transport for local communities.
“The new 99 electric buses mean greener, more comfortable journeys for everyone – from students and staff heading to campus, to local residents making their everyday trips. With the launch of these vehicles, we’re helping make travel in North East Fife and Dundee quieter, cleaner and easier for all."
Founded in 1980, Stagecoach is the UK’s largest bus and coach operator, with a fleet of 8,400 vehicles connecting over 100 major towns and cities across England, Scotland, and Wales.
They work closely with partners to support greener, smarter, and more inclusive transport – helping reduce congestion, cut emissions and boost local economies. Nearly 10% of our 8,400-strong fleet is now electric, and that number continues to grow as we invest in cleaner, more sustainable travel.
As part of their sustainability strategy, they’ve also committed to supporting local communities by donating up to 0.5% of profit before tax each year to charitable causes across the UK.
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