Bus from Dundee to Edinburgh: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Dundee to Edinburgh on 5 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Dundee (Overgate Center- West Marketgait)
Bus StationCheapest
MegabusBus
    		Seagate Bus Station
    		Bus StationFastest
    FlixbusBus
    		Dundee (Overgate Center- West Marketgait)
    		Bus StationNo tags
    MegabusBus
      		Seagate Bus Station
      		N St David StNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Dundee (Overgate Center- West Marketgait)
      		Bus StationNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:17 GMT.

      Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      2carpool per day
      1hAverage duration
      39 milesDistance
      3kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average price£7 - £32Average duration3h 35m
      2kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average price£7 - £52Average duration1h 19m
      1kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average price£5 - £5Average duration1h
      3kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dundee to Edinburgh

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

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Dundee to Edinburgh?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Dundee to Edinburgh start from £7. The average price for this route is around £11. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Dundee to Edinburgh?

        The average bus journey time from Dundee to Edinburgh is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 40 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 32m and is operated by Megabus UK.

      3. Which bus companies service the Dundee to Edinburgh route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 142 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dundee to Edinburgh?

        The earliest bus departs from Dundee to Edinburgh at 04:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dundee to Edinburgh?

        A bus journey from Dundee to Edinburgh produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. Which is the best bus company from Dundee to Edinburgh?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4274 reviews.

      7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Dundee to Edinburgh?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Dundee to Edinburgh?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dundee to Edinburgh?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

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

      Best price found
      02/12
      £8
      03/12
      £7
      Today
      £7
      05/12
      £7
      06/12
      £6
      07/12
      £6
      08/12
      £5
      09/12
      £5
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dundee to Edinburgh was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £5

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

      You can expect to pay from £5 to £36 for a bus ticket from Dundee to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-12-08.

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