How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Dundee?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Dundee start from CLP 8 507. The average price for this train route is around CLP 19 985. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Dundee?

The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Dundee is 1h 17m, covering a distance of 59 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 3m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Dundee route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 25 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 Edinburgh to Dundee?

The earliest train from Edinburgh to Dundee departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 23:43.

Which 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 47 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

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

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 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 CLP 7 686

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Dundee on 19 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:10	Gateway	1h 12m	17:22	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	16:35	Haymarket	1h 4m	17:39	Dundee	Fastest
Train	16:00	Waverley	1h 22m	17:22	Dundee	No tags
Train	16:29	Waverley	1h 10m	17:39	Dundee	No tags
Train	16:29	Waverley	1h 10m	17:39	Dundee	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Dundee on 20 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:05	Gateway	1h 14m	08:19	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	09:35	Haymarket	1h 3m	10:38	Dundee	Fastest
Train	07:31	Waverley	1h 9m	08:40	Dundee	No tags
Train	07:31	Waverley	1h 9m	08:40	Dundee	No tags
Train	08:00	Waverley	1h 32m	09:32	Dundee	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Dundee on 21 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:16	Haymarket	1h 13m	10:29	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	10:54	Haymarket	1h 8m	12:02	Dundee	Fastest
Train	08:05	Waverley	1h 24m	09:29	Dundee	No tags
Train	09:10	Waverley	1h 19m	10:29	Dundee	No tags
Train	18:13	Waverley	1h 18m	19:31	Dundee	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Dundee on 22 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	09:35	Haymarket	1h 3m	10:38	Dundee	Fastest
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	No tags
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	No tags
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Dundee on 23 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	09:35	Haymarket	1h 3m	10:38	Dundee	Fastest
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	No tags
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	No tags
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Dundee on 24 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	09:35	Haymarket	1h 3m	10:38	Dundee	Fastest
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	No tags
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	No tags
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Dundee on 25 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	09:35	Haymarket	1h 3m	10:38	Dundee	Fastest
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	No tags
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	No tags
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Dundee on 26 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	Cheapest
Train	09:35	Haymarket	1h 3m	10:38	Dundee	Fastest
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	No tags
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	No tags
Train	07:30	Waverley	1h 10m	08:40	Dundee	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Dundee

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Dundee. The journey takes about 1 hour 17 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 8 507, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25train per day

1h 17mAverage duration

59 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceCLP 8 839 - CLP 45 117	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCLP 8 507 - CLP 62 334	Average duration1h 17m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.5

WiFi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4.0/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi5.0

CrossCountry

4.3/547 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.0

WiFi3.5

GB train companies: FlixTrain, RegioJet, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Dundee 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 Edinburgh to Dundee?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Dundee start from CLP 8 507. The average price for this train route is around CLP 19 985. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Dundee?
The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Dundee is 1h 17m, covering a distance of 59 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 3m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Dundee route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 25 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 Edinburgh to Dundee?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Dundee departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 23:43.
Which 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 47 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Dundee?
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 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

17/06

CLP 31 684

18/06

CLP 31 425

Today

CLP 31 416

20/06

CLP 31 416

21/06

CLP 15 372

22/06

CLP 18 379

23/06

CLP 18 389

24/06

CLP 18 389

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Dundee was searched and found on 21 Jun 2026 with a price of CLP 15 372

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 CLP 15 372 to CLP 58 643 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 CLP 15 372, which is on 2026-06-21.

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.