What is the distance between Dundee and Edinburgh?

About 39 miles (63 km) separate Dundee and Edinburgh.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dundee to Edinburgh?

If you're headed to Edinburgh from Dundee, chances are that your bus will leave from Seagate Bus Station and arrive at Bus Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Edinburgh?

Once in Edinburgh, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Royal Botanic Garden, Arthur's Seat, Camera Obscura & World of Illusions, Scottish Seabird Centre and National Museum of Scotland.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: July 29 at 9:50am
Departure city: Dundee
Departure location: Seagate Bus Station
Arrival time: July 29 at 12:03pm
Destination city: Edinburgh
Destination location: Bus Station
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 13m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: July 29 at 7:35pm
Departure city: Dundee
Departure location: Seagate Bus Station
Arrival time: July 29 at 9:07pm
Destination city: Edinburgh
Destination location: Bus Station
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 32m
Departure time: July 29 at 6:35am
Departure city: Dundee
Departure location: Seagate Bus Station
Arrival time: July 29 at 8:23am
Destination city: Edinburgh
Destination location: Bus Station
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 48m
Departure time: July 29 at 7:05am
Departure city: Dundee
Departure location: Seagate Bus Station
Arrival time: July 29 at 8:53am
Destination city: Edinburgh
Destination location: Bus Station
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 48m
Departure time: July 29 at 7:45am
Departure city: Dundee
Departure location: Seagate Bus Station
Arrival time: July 29 at 9:59am
Destination city: Edinburgh
Destination location: Bus Station
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 14m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Dundee to Edinburgh.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $48	Average Duration3h 6m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$13 - $69	Average Duration1h 19m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $10	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Dundee to Edinburgh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 20mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest ticket

2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Dundee to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$13

Average bus trip duration3h 6m

Number of daily buses119

Earliest bus departure1:15am

Distance39 miles (62 km)

Latest bus departure11:45pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,770 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,209 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, National Express, RegioJet, KLR Bus, FlixTrain

Dundee to Edinburgh Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Dundee to Edinburgh from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Edinburgh from Dundee, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Dundee and Edinburgh?

Stops in Dundee

A - Seagate Bus Station

B - Dundee Railway Station

Stops in Edinburgh

A - Bus Station

B - Edinburgh Airport

C - Haymarket

D - 23 The Mound

E - Princes Street

F - St. Andrew Square

Frequently asked questions for your trip Dundee - Edinburgh

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What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dundee to Edinburgh?
What are the best sights and things to do in Edinburgh?

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

Best price found

07/26

$14

07/27

$17

Today

$18

07/29

$11

07/30

$11

07/31

$11

08/01

$11

08/02

$11

The cheapest trip from Dundee to Edinburgh was searched and found on Jul 29, 2025 with a price of $11

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 $11 to $20 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 $11 which is on 2025-07-29.

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Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Dundee to Edinburgh but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Dundee to Edinburgh, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Dundee to Edinburgh.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Dundee to Edinburgh while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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Bus Dundee to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Dundee and Edinburgh?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Dundee - Edinburgh

What is the distance between Dundee and Edinburgh?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dundee to Edinburgh?

What are the best sights and things to do in Edinburgh?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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