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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dundee to Arbroath
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dundee to Arbroath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dundee to Arbroath will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 29 trains that leave Dundee for Arbroath on Mon, Jun 22, 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 15 m 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.
5:45 AM0h23Dundee6:08 AMArbroath$231One-way0 transfers- 6:26 AM0h21Dundee6:47 AMArbroath$231One-way0 transfers
- 6:50 AM0h19Dundee7:09 AMArbroath$231One-way0 transfers
- 7:06 AM0h24Dundee7:30 AMArbroath$231One-way0 transfers
- 7:23 AM0h18Dundee7:41 AMArbroath$231One-way0 transfers
6:43 AM0h15Dundee6:58 AMArbroath$371One-way0 transfers- 9:04 AM0h15Dundee9:19 AMArbroath$231One-way0 transfers
- 10:39 AM0h15Dundee10:54 AMArbroath$231One-way0 transfers
- 11:14 AM0h15Dundee11:29 AMArbroath$231One-way0 transfers
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11:47 AM0h15Dundee12:02 PMArbroath$791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Dundee to Arbroath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dundee to Arbroath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 16 miles (26 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dundee to Arbroath:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dundee to Arbroath costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Arbroath take longer:
Bus takes on average 48m.
The journey is about 12m faster (18m by train vs 30m by car) and roughly $37 (€31) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($12 (€10) vs $49 (€40)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, ScotRail.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Dundee to Arbroath train times
The table below shows live departures for Dundee to Arbroath trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 AM Dundee | 0h15 | 10:45 AM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:00 AM Dundee | 0h15 | 11:15 AM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:11 AM Dundee | 0h21 | 11:32 AM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:14 PM Dundee | 0h15 | 12:29 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:10 PM Dundee | 0h16 | 1:26 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:53 PM Dundee | 0h15 | 2:08 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:05 PM Dundee | 0h15 | 2:20 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:12 PM Dundee | 0h18 | 3:30 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:52 PM Dundee | 0h15 | 4:07 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:17 PM Dundee | 0h16 | 4:33 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:10 PM Dundee | 0h15 | 5:25 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:25 PM Dundee | 0h21 | 5:46 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:05 PM Dundee | 0h15 | 6:20 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:12 PM Dundee | 0h15 | 6:27 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:20 PM Dundee | 0h15 | 6:35 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:21 PM Dundee | 0h15 | 6:36 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:10 PM Dundee | 0h18 | 7:28 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:53 PM Dundee | 0h15 | 8:08 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:11 PM Dundee | 0h15 | 9:26 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:23 PM Dundee | 0h18 | 10:41 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:12 PM Dundee | 0h17 | 11:29 PM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
| 5:45 AM Dundee | 0h23 | 6:08 AM Arbroath | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dundee to Arbroath
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Dundee to Arbroath run on average 7 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€9) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 15m.
Distance 16 miles (26 km) |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€9) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 4:51 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, ScotRail from Dundee to Arbroath trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Dundee and Arbroath from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
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FAQs: Trains from Dundee to Arbroath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee to Arbroath by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Arbroath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dundee to Arbroath
Most Dundee to Arbroath trains use the Dundee to Arbroath station pair. Use this guide to compare Dundee and Arbroath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dundee station do trains to Arbroath leave from?
Getting to Dundee from Dundee city centre
Dundee train station facilities and services
Dundee has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dundee.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dundee.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dundee. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dundee: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dundee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dundee: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Broughty Ferry from Dundee city centre
Broughty Ferry is 5 km from Dundee city centre. Public transport options include:
Broughty Ferry train station facilities and services
Broughty Ferry has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Broughty Ferry.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Broughty Ferry: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Broughty Ferry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Broughty Ferry: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Accessible to both platforms - level crossing between platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Arbroath station do trains from Dundee arrive at?
Getting to Arbroath from Arbroath city centre
Arbroath train station facilities and services
Arbroath has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Arbroath.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Arbroath.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Arbroath. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Arbroath: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Arbroath: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Arbroath: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 3, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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