How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Dundee?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Dundee start from $10. The average price for this train route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Dundee?

The average train ride duration from Edinburgh to Dundee is 1h 18m, covering a distance of 39 miles (62 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 2m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators service the Edinburgh to Dundee route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 45 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail , London North Eastern Railway , CrossCountry .

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

The earliest train departs from Edinburgh to Dundee at 7:05am. And 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 44 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 most timely service from Edinburgh to Dundee?

According to Busbud traveller 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.

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 $9

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Dundee on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:05am	Gateway	1h 15m	8:20am	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	4:35pm	Haymarket	1h 4m	5:39pm	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 December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:31am	Waverley	1h 9m	8:40am	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	9:35am	Haymarket	1h 2m	10:37am	Dundee	Fastest
Train	7:31am	Waverley	1h 9m	8:40am	Dundee	No tags
Train	8:00am	Waverley	1h 32m	9:32am	Dundee	No tags
Train	8:29am	Waverley	1h 17m	9:46am	Dundee	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Dundee on December 14
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 December 15
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 December 16
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 December 17
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 December 18
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

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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Dundee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Dundee. The journey takes about 3 hours 54 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

131bus per day

3h 54mAverage Duration

36 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $36	Average Duration3h 54m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $68	Average Duration1h 18m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $7	Average Duration1h	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

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

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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.

How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Dundee?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Dundee start from $10. The average price for this train route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Dundee?
The average train ride duration from Edinburgh to Dundee is 1h 18m, covering a distance of 39 miles (62 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 2m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators service the Edinburgh to Dundee route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 45 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Edinburgh to Dundee?
The earliest train departs from Edinburgh to Dundee at 7:05am. And 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 44 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 most timely service from Edinburgh to Dundee?
According to Busbud traveller 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.
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

12/10

$35

12/11

$35

Today

$35

12/13

$21

12/14

$18

12/15

$21

12/16

$21

12/17

$19

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Dundee was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $18

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 $18 to $65 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 $18 which is on 2025-12-14.

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.