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

The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Dundee is $54. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Dundee is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from Edinburgh to Dundee?

A train trip between Edinburgh and Dundee is around 1h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 2m. This is the time it takes to travel the 63 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Edinburgh and Dundee?

The number of trains from Edinburgh to Dundee can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 30. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to Dundee by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Dundee?

When taking the train from Edinburgh to Dundee, you can travel comfortably and safely with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.

Train Edinburgh to Dundee from $21

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Dundee on November 16
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 November 17
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 November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:31am	Waverley	1h 15m	9:46am	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 November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:31am	Waverley	1h 15m	9:46am	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 November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:30am	Waverley	1h 10m	10:40am	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 November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:01am	Waverley	1h 27m	10:28am	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 November 22
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

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:12 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Dundee

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dundee. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

59 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $73	Average Duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$14 - $98	Average Duration1h 18m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$9 - $12	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4/530 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi5

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Dundee by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Dundee cost?
The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Dundee is $54. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Dundee is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Edinburgh to Dundee?
A train trip between Edinburgh and Dundee is around 1h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 2m. This is the time it takes to travel the 63 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Edinburgh and Dundee?
The number of trains from Edinburgh to Dundee can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 30. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to Dundee by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Dundee?
When taking the train from Edinburgh to Dundee, you can travel comfortably and safely with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-13

$29

11-14

$49

Today

$49

11-16

$26

11-17

$49

11-18

$29

11-19

$29

11-20

$27

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Dundee was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $26

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 $26 to $90 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 $26 which is on 2025-11-16.