How much is the train ticket from Dundee to Edinburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Dundee to Edinburgh start from R 118. The average price for this train route is around R 624. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Dundee to Edinburgh?

The average train journey time from Dundee to Edinburgh is 1h 18m, covering a distance of 59 km. The quickest train can get you there in 58m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Dundee to Edinburgh route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 36 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail , London North Eastern Railway , CrossCountry .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dundee to Edinburgh?

The earliest train from Dundee to Edinburgh departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 22:49.

Which is the best train operator from Dundee to Edinburgh?

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.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dundee to Edinburgh?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Dundee to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Dundee to Edinburgh?

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 Dundee to Edinburgh from R 105

Next train departures

Next departures from Dundee to Edinburgh on 21 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:25	Dundee	1h 26m	18:51	Gateway	Cheapest
Train	17:25	Dundee	1h 1m	18:26	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	17:25	Dundee	1h 7m	18:32	Waverley	No tags
Train	17:25	Dundee	1h 7m	18:32	Waverley	No tags
Train	17:41	Dundee	1h 32m	19:13	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Dundee to Edinburgh on 22 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:22	Dundee	1h 21m	13:43	Waverley	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 23 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:26	Dundee	1h 12m	09:38	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 24 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:40	Dundee	1h 32m	19:12	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 25 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:43	Dundee	1h 30m	17:13	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 26 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:38	Dundee	1h 32m	18:10	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 27 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Dundee	1h 20m	08:35	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 28 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:33	Dundee	1h 22m	10:55	Waverley	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 22m	10:55	Waverley	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:48 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Dundee to Edinburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 3 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just R 146, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

150bus per day

3h 33mAverage duration

62 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 146 - R 829	Average duration3h 33m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 118 - R 1 201	Average duration1h 18m	CO₂ emissions 1kg 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

4.5/546 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi3.9

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dundee to Edinburgh by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Dundee to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Dundee to Edinburgh start from R 118. The average price for this train route is around R 624. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dundee to Edinburgh?
The average train journey time from Dundee to Edinburgh is 1h 18m, covering a distance of 59 km. The quickest train can get you there in 58m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Dundee to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 36 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dundee to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Dundee to Edinburgh departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 22:49.
Which is the best train operator from Dundee to Edinburgh?
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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Dundee to Edinburgh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Dundee to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Dundee to Edinburgh?
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

19/03

R 594

20/03

R 602

Today

R 601

22/03

R 150

23/03

R 353

24/03

R 333

25/03

R 333

26/03

R 333

The cheapest trip from Dundee to Edinburgh was searched and found on 22 Mar 2026 with a price of R 150

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 R 150 to R 1 118 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 R 150, which is on 2026-03-22.