Train from Edinburgh to Dundee: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Dundee on April 20
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 go 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 and with fares starting at just COP 30,902, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

107bus per day
3hAverage Duration
37 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average PriceCOP 30,902 - COP 178,351Average Duration3h
1kg CO₂e
Average PriceCOP 33,970 - COP 252,538Average Duration1h 17m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Dundee start from COP 33,970. The average price for this train route is around COP 136,878. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Edinburgh to Dundee is 1h 17m, covering a distance of 37 miles (59 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 2m and is operated by ScotRail.

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

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

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

    The earliest train departs from Edinburgh to Dundee at 7:30am. And the latest train departs at 11:04pm.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Edinburgh to Dundee?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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
04/17
COP 128,893
04/18
COP 127,858
Today
COP 71,489
04/20
COP 127,858
04/21
COP 75,629
04/22
COP 70,121
04/23
COP 75,629
04/24
COP 75,629
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Dundee was searched and found on Apr 22, 2026 with a price of COP 70,121

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 COP 70,121 to COP 237,863 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 COP 70,121 which is on 2026-04-22.

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