The cheapest and fastest trains from Dundee station (DEE) to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 11 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dundee station (DEE) to Edinburgh Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dundee station (DEE) to Edinburgh Airport will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 9 trains that leave Dundee station (DEE) for Edinburgh Airport on Thu, May 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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.
L87069 · L8768210:14 AM1h32Dundee station (DEE)11:46 AMEdinburgh Gateway (EGY)$211One-way1 transfer
L875669:48 AM1h11Dundee station (DEE)10:59 AMEdinburgh Gateway (EGY)$211One-way0 transfers
L87555 · W831588:40 AM1h33Dundee station (DEE)10:13 AMEdinburgh Park (EDP)$211One-way1 transfer
L875558:40 AM1h11Dundee station (DEE)9:51 AMEdinburgh Gateway (EGY)$211One-way0 transfers
C14660 · L876688:26 AM1h24Dundee station (DEE)9:50 AMEdinburgh Gateway (EGY)$211One-way1 transfer
L875669:48 AM1h11Dundee station (DEE)10:59 AMEdinburgh Gateway (EGY)$211One-way0 transfers
L875558:40 AM1h11Dundee station (DEE)9:51 AMEdinburgh Gateway (EGY)$211One-way0 transfers
C01942+
W686969:08 AM1h15Dundee station (DEE)10:23 AMEdinburgh Gateway (EGY)$361One-way1 transfer
C14660 · C153798:26 AM1h18Dundee station (DEE)9:44 AMEdinburgh Park (EDP)$211One-way1 transfer
G01153+
W686559:33 AM1h19Dundee station (DEE)10:52 AMEdinburgh Gateway (EGY)$361One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Dundee station (DEE) to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dundee station (DEE) to Edinburgh Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dundee station (DEE) to Edinburgh Airport:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dundee station (DEE) to Edinburgh Airport costing on average $30 (€25).
Other travel options to Edinburgh Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 44m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€25) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.24 (€-8.27). The journey takes 1h 19m versus 1h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Dundee station (DEE) to Edinburgh Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Dundee station (DEE) to Edinburgh Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C14660 · L87668 | 8:26 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h24 | 9:50 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
C14660 · C15379 | 8:26 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h18 | 9:44 AM Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 transfer | |
L87555 · W83158 | 8:40 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h33 | 10:13 AM Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 transfer | |
L87555 | 8:40 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h11 | 9:51 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87555+ Metro from Edinburgh Gateway to Edinburgh Airport Bus/Tram | 8:40 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h36 | 10:16 AM Edinburgh, Airport | 1 transfer | |
C01942+ W68696 | 9:08 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h15 | 10:23 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
G01153+ W68655 | 9:33 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h19 | 10:52 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
L87566 | 9:48 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h11 | 10:59 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87069 · L87682 | 10:14 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h32 | 11:46 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
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Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dundee station (DEE) to Edinburgh Airport
Trains from Dundee station (DEE) to Edinburgh Airport run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 19:34. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 7:15 AM |
Last train 7:34 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Scotrail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway from Dundee station (DEE) to Edinburgh Airport trainsScotrail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Dundee station (DEE) and Edinburgh Airport from $8 (€6). 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 station (DEE) to Edinburgh Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee station (DEE) to Edinburgh Airport 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 Edinburgh Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dundee station (DEE) to Edinburgh Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:30 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent. PhotoMe photo booth.
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the platform. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby on Riverside Drive, 200 yards from the station entrance
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