Train from Edinburgh to Dundee: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Dundee on 25 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ScotRailTrain
Gateway
DundeeCheapest
ScotRailTrain
Haymarket
DundeeFastest
ScotRailTrain
Waverley
DundeeNo tags
ScotRailTrain
Waverley
DundeeNo tags
ScotRailTrain
Waverley
DundeeNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Dundee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Dundee. The journey takes about 3 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just RUB 645, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

118bus per day
3h 7mAverage duration
60 kmDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceRUB 645 - RUB 3,722Average duration3h 7m
1kg CO₂e
Average priceRUB 709 - RUB 5,270Average duration1h 17m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Dundee by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Edinburgh to Dundee?

    The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Dundee start from RUB 709. The average price for this train route is around RUB 2,851. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Dundee is 1h 17m, covering a distance of 59 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 2m and is operated by ScotRail.

  3. Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Dundee route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 25 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.

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

    The earliest train from Edinburgh to Dundee departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 23:04.

  5. Which 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.

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

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

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service 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.

  8. 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
22/04
RUB 2,662
23/04
RUB 2,658
Today
RUB 2,659
25/04
RUB 2,660
26/04
RUB 1,301
27/04
RUB 1,562
28/04
RUB 1,562
29/04
RUB 1,562
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Dundee was searched and found on 26 Apr 2026 with a price of RUB 1,301

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 RUB 1,301 to RUB 4,978 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 RUB 1,301, which is on 2026-04-26.

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.

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