How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Dundee?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Dundee start at $14. The average price for this train route is around $52. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Edinburgh to Dundee?

The average train trip from Edinburgh to Dundee takes 1h 17m and covers 59 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 2m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Dundee route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 42 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 Edinburgh to Dundee?

The earliest train from Edinburgh to Dundee departs at 7:05am. The latest train departs at 11:10pm.

What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Dundee?

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 46 reviews.

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

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 Edinburgh to Dundee?

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 Edinburgh to Dundee?

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 Edinburgh to Dundee from $13

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Dundee on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10pm	Gateway	1h 14m	10:24pm	Dundee	CheapestFastest
Train	9:04pm	Haymarket	1h 20m	10:24pm	Dundee	No tags
Train	9:21pm	Gateway	1h 23m	10:44pm	Dundee	No tags
Train	9:21pm	Gateway	1h 23m	10:44pm	Dundee	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Dundee on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Waverley	1h 19m	10:29am	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	10:54am	Haymarket	1h 8m	12:02pm	Dundee	Fastest
Train	9:10am	Waverley	1h 19m	10:29am	Dundee	No tags
Train	9:35am	Waverley	1h 23m	10:58am	Dundee	No tags
Train	6:13pm	Waverley	1h 18m	7:31pm	Dundee	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Dundee on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:30am	Waverley	1h 10m	8:40am	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	9:35am	Haymarket	1h 3m	10:38am	Dundee	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Waverley	1h 10m	8:40am	Dundee	No tags
Train	7:58am	Waverley	1h 23m	9:21am	Dundee	No tags
Train	8:31am	Waverley	1h 14m	9:45am	Dundee	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Dundee on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:01am	Waverley	1h 24m	10:25am	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	9:35am	Haymarket	1h 3m	10:38am	Dundee	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Waverley	1h 10m	8:40am	Dundee	No tags
Train	7:30am	Waverley	1h 10m	8:40am	Dundee	No tags
Train	7:58am	Waverley	1h 23m	9:21am	Dundee	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Dundee on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:01am	Waverley	1h 24m	10:25am	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	9:35am	Haymarket	1h 3m	10:38am	Dundee	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Waverley	1h 10m	8:40am	Dundee	No tags
Train	7:30am	Waverley	1h 10m	8:40am	Dundee	No tags
Train	7:58am	Waverley	1h 23m	9:21am	Dundee	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Dundee on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:01am	Waverley	1h 24m	10:25am	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	9:35am	Haymarket	1h 3m	10:38am	Dundee	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Waverley	1h 10m	8:40am	Dundee	No tags
Train	7:30am	Waverley	1h 10m	8:40am	Dundee	No tags
Train	7:58am	Waverley	1h 23m	9:21am	Dundee	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Dundee on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:31am	Waverley	1h 14m	9:45am	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	9:35am	Haymarket	1h 3m	10:38am	Dundee	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Waverley	1h 10m	8:40am	Dundee	No tags
Train	7:30am	Waverley	1h 10m	8:40am	Dundee	No tags
Train	7:58am	Waverley	1h 23m	9:21am	Dundee	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Dundee on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:58am	Waverley	1h 52m	9:50am	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	5:29pm	Haymarket	1h 32m	7:01pm	Dundee	Fastest
Train	7:58am	Waverley	1h 52m	9:50am	Dundee	No tags
Train	8:55am	Waverley	1h 38m	10:33am	Dundee	No tags
Train	8:55am	Waverley	1h 38m	10:33am	Dundee	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:43 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Dundee

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dundee. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

63 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $70	Average Duration3h 53m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$14 - $97	Average Duration1h 17m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $14	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg 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

4.5/546 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi3.9

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Dundee 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 Edinburgh to Dundee?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Dundee start at $14. The average price for this train route is around $52. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Edinburgh to Dundee?
The average train trip from Edinburgh to Dundee takes 1h 17m and covers 59 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 2m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Dundee route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 42 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 Edinburgh to Dundee?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Dundee departs at 7:05am. The latest train departs at 11:10pm.
What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Dundee?
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 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Dundee?
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 Edinburgh to Dundee?
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 Edinburgh to Dundee?
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

01-08

$25

01-09

$49

Today

$49

01-11

$28

01-12

$29

01-13

$27

01-14

$27

01-15

$27

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Dundee was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $92 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Dundee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-01-13.