The cheapest and fastest trains from Dundee to Carnoustie
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€6
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€6
Fastest journey on Sep 20
14 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
14 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dundee to Carnoustie is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dundee to Carnoustie will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Dundee to Carnoustie, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 14 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.
10:11 AM0h14Dundee10:25 AMCarnoustie€61One-way0 transfers
10:11 AM0h14Dundee10:25 AMCarnoustie€61One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Dundee to Carnoustie
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dundee to Carnoustie among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, while a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 10 miles (17 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (16m by train vs 24m by car). Tickets start at around €7 compared to roughly €4 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Why should you book Dundee to Carnoustie trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Dundee to Carnoustie.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Scotrail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Dundee to Carnoustie.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Dundee to Carnoustie.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Dundee to Carnoustie.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Dundee to Carnoustie
Trains from Dundee to Carnoustie run on average 10 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 10 miles (17 km) distance in 11m.
Distance 10 miles (17 km) |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 11:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Dundee to Carnoustie trainsScotrail trains will get you between Dundee and Carnoustie from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Dundee to Carnoustie
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee to Carnoustie 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 Carnoustie, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dundee to Carnoustie
Most Dundee to Carnoustie trains use the Dundee to Carnoustie station pair. Use this guide to compare Dundee and Carnoustie train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dundee station do trains to Carnoustie 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.
Which Carnoustie station do trains from Dundee arrive at?
Getting to Carnoustie from Carnoustie city centre
Carnoustie train station facilities and services
Carnoustie has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carnoustie.
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 Carnoustie: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Carnoustie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carnoustie: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms, connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms or level crossing Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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