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The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery & Museum
Major civic museum and gallery with Dundee history, natural science, and fine art in a landmark Gothic Revival building.
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
9 h 35 m
Average duration
11 h 10 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Dundee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Dundee will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 3 buses that leave Birmingham for Dundee on Sat, Aug 01, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct buses cover the 448 km distance in an average of 11 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 35 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest buses will take 12 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Dundee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $68.
Distance: 278 miles (448 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$57 Average price Cheapest | $156 Average price | $101 Average price | $178 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 39m Average total duration 9h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Dundee:
A bus is $44 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham to Dundee costing on average $101.
A bus is $98 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Dundee costing on average $156.
Other travel options to Dundee take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 11m.
Bus takes on average 9h 9m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $64 |
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Dundee buses for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:40 PM Birmingham | 11h00 | 11:40 PM Dundee | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:40 PM Birmingham | 10h45 | 12:25 AM Dundee | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:05 PM Birmingham | 9h35 | 8:40 AM Dundee | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
![]() | 12:05 AM Birmingham | 9h35 | 9:40 AM Dundee | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Birmingham to Dundee run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 278 miles (448 km) distance in 9h 35m.
Distance 278 miles (448 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Moderate for the UK: hotels often cost less than Edinburgh, while meals, coffee, and local buses stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Restaurants often add no service charge; tip about 10% for good service. Round up taxi fares if helpful. Tipping in cafes is optional, often just small change.
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West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) -> Dundee City Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Dundee by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dundee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Dundee buses use the Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway to Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) station pair, with some services arriving at Dundee, Seagate Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Dundee bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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