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

The average train ticket price from Dundee to Edinburgh is £30. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Dundee to Edinburgh 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 train trip from Dundee to Edinburgh?

A train trip between Dundee and Edinburgh is around 1h 19m, although the fastest train will take about 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 39 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Dundee and Edinburgh?

The number of trains from Dundee to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 31. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Dundee to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Dundee to Edinburgh?

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

Train Dundee to Edinburgh from £7

Next train departures

Next departures from Dundee to Edinburgh on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:10	Dundee	1h 15m	17:25	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	17:25	Dundee	1h 1m	18:26	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	15:10	Dundee	1h 14m	16:24	Waverley	No tags
Train	16:10	Dundee	1h 15m	17:25	Waverley	No tags
Train	15:10	Dundee	1h 14m	16:24	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Dundee to Edinburgh on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:10	Dundee	1h 15m	17:25	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	17:25	Dundee	1h 1m	18:26	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	07:15	Dundee	1h 20m	08:35	Waverley	No tags
Train	09:08	Dundee	1h 17m	10:25	Waverley	No tags
Train	09:33	Dundee	1h 21m	10:54	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Dundee to Edinburgh on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:33	Dundee	1h 14m	10:47	Haymarket	Cheapest
Train	17:25	Dundee	1h 1m	18:26	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	07:15	Dundee	1h 20m	08:35	Waverley	No tags
Train	09:08	Dundee	1h 17m	10:25	Waverley	No tags
Train	09:33	Dundee	1h 21m	10:54	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Dundee to Edinburgh on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:10	Dundee	1h 15m	17:25	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	17:25	Dundee	1h 1m	18:26	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	07:15	Dundee	1h 20m	08:35	Waverley	No tags
Train	09:08	Dundee	1h 17m	10:25	Waverley	No tags
Train	09:33	Dundee	1h 21m	10:54	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Dundee to Edinburgh on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:08	Dundee	1h 10m	10:18	Haymarket	Cheapest
Train	17:25	Dundee	1h 1m	18:26	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	07:15	Dundee	1h 20m	08:35	Waverley	No tags
Train	09:08	Dundee	1h 17m	10:25	Waverley	No tags
Train	09:33	Dundee	1h 21m	10:54	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Dundee to Edinburgh on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:09	Dundee	1h 11m	17:20	Haymarket	Cheapest
Train	17:25	Dundee	1h 1m	18:26	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	07:15	Dundee	1h 13m	08:28	Waverley	No tags
Train	09:08	Dundee	1h 17m	10:25	Waverley	No tags
Train	09:33	Dundee	1h 21m	10:54	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Dundee to Edinburgh on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:03	Dundee	1h 15m	16:18	Haymarket	Cheapest
Train	16:24	Dundee	1h 11m	17:35	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	07:36	Dundee	1h 27m	09:03	Waverley	No tags
Train	11:04	Dundee	1h 20m	12:24	Waverley	No tags
Train	12:22	Dundee	1h 21m	13:43	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Dundee to Edinburgh on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:10	Dundee	1h 15m	17:25	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	17:25	Dundee	1h 1m	18:26	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	07:15	Dundee	1h 20m	08:35	Waverley	No tags
Train	09:08	Dundee	1h 17m	10:25	Waverley	No tags
Train	09:33	Dundee	1h 21m	10:54	Waverley	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:31 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Dundee to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

37 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £38	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£8 - £53	Average duration1h 19m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £7	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 companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dundee to Edinburgh by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Dundee to Edinburgh cost?
The average train ticket price from Dundee to Edinburgh is £30. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Dundee to Edinburgh 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 train trip from Dundee to Edinburgh?
A train trip between Dundee and Edinburgh is around 1h 19m, although the fastest train will take about 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 39 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Dundee and Edinburgh?
The number of trains from Dundee to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 31. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Dundee to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Dundee to Edinburgh?
When taking the train from Dundee to Edinburgh, 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

15/11

£16

16/11

£27

Today

£14

18/11

£13

19/11

£11

20/11

£13

21/11

£13

22/11

£14

The cheapest trip from Dundee to Edinburgh was searched and found on 19 Nov 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 train tickets from Dundee to Edinburgh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £11 to £49 for a train 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 2025-11-19.

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.