How much is the train ticket from Dundee to Edinburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Dundee to Edinburgh start at $13. The average price for this train route is around $51. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Dundee to Edinburgh?

The average train trip from Dundee to Edinburgh takes 1h 19m and covers 59 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Dundee to Edinburgh route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 44 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail , London North Eastern Railway , CrossCountry .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dundee to Edinburgh?

The earliest train from Dundee to Edinburgh departs at 7:04am. The latest train departs at 10:49pm.

What is the best train operator from Dundee to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dundee to Edinburgh?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Dundee to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dundee to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Dundee to Edinburgh from $13

Next train departures

Next departures for Dundee to Edinburgh on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:08am	Dundee	1h 17m	10:25am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	5:25pm	Dundee	1h 1m	6:26pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Dundee	1h 20m	8:35am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:08am	Dundee	1h 17m	10:25am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:33am	Dundee	1h 21m	10:54am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Dundee to Edinburgh on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Dundee	1h 13m	8:28am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	5:25pm	Dundee	1h 1m	6:26pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Dundee	1h 13m	8:28am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:08am	Dundee	1h 17m	10:25am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:33am	Dundee	1h 21m	10:54am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Dundee to Edinburgh on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:04pm	Dundee	1h 18m	4:22pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	4:24pm	Dundee	1h 11m	5:35pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:36am	Dundee	1h 27m	9:03am	Waverley	No tags
Train	11:04am	Dundee	1h 20m	12:24pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	12:22pm	Dundee	1h 21m	1:43pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Dundee to Edinburgh on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:15am	Dundee	1h 20m	8:35am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	5:25pm	Dundee	1h 1m	6:26pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Dundee	1h 20m	8:35am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:08am	Dundee	1h 17m	10:25am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:33am	Dundee	1h 21m	10:54am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Dundee to Edinburgh on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:33am	Dundee	1h 14m	10:47am	Haymarket	Cheapest
Train	5:25pm	Dundee	1h 1m	6:26pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Dundee	1h 20m	8:35am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:08am	Dundee	1h 17m	10:25am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:33am	Dundee	1h 21m	10:54am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Dundee to Edinburgh on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:33am	Dundee	1h 14m	10:47am	Haymarket	Cheapest
Train	5:25pm	Dundee	1h 1m	6:26pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Dundee	1h 20m	8:35am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:08am	Dundee	1h 17m	10:25am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:33am	Dundee	1h 21m	10:54am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Dundee to Edinburgh on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:13pm	Dundee	1h 11m	4:24pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	5:25pm	Dundee	1h 1m	6:26pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Dundee	1h 20m	8:35am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:08am	Dundee	1h 17m	10:25am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:33am	Dundee	1h 21m	10:54am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Dundee to Edinburgh on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:43pm	Dundee	1h 30m	5:13pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	5:25pm	Dundee	1h 1m	6:26pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:15am	Dundee	1h 20m	8:35am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:08am	Dundee	1h 17m	10:25am	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:33am	Dundee	1h 21m	10:54am	Waverley	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:03 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Dundee to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 1 hour, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

59 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $61	Average Duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $96	Average Duration1h 19m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$9 - $9	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi5

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dundee to Edinburgh by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Dundee to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Dundee to Edinburgh start at $13. The average price for this train route is around $51. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Dundee to Edinburgh?
The average train trip from Dundee to Edinburgh takes 1h 19m and covers 59 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Dundee to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 44 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dundee to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Dundee to Edinburgh departs at 7:04am. The latest train departs at 10:49pm.
What is the best train operator from Dundee to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dundee to Edinburgh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Dundee to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Dundee to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-10

$49

12-11

$49

Today

$33

12-13

$29

12-14

$24

12-15

$29

12-16

$19

12-17

$23

The cheapest trip from Dundee to Edinburgh was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $19

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Dundee to Edinburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $19 to $91 for a train ticket from Dundee to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually ScotRail will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.