The cheapest and fastest trains from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
1 h 11 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dundee 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 to Edinburgh Airport will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 13 trains that leave Dundee for Edinburgh Airport on Fri, Dec 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 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.
Y66000 · Y70115
Y23291+
C05954
C05943 · C05950
C23780+
C05952
Y66000 · Y66593
Y66491
Y66481
Y23291+
C05954
Y66000 · Y70115
C23780+
C05952Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Dundee to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
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€22 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dundee to Edinburgh Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Dundee to Edinburgh Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday, December 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y66000 · Y66593 | On time 8:26 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h24 | 9:50 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
Y66000 · Y70115 | On time 8:26 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h18 | 9:44 AM Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 transfer | |
Y66481 · Y70132 | On time 8:40 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h33 | 10:13 AM Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 transfer | |
Y66481+ Metro from Edinburgh Gateway to Edinburgh Airport Bus/Tram | On time 8:40 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h36 | 10:16 AM Edinburgh, Airport | 1 transfer | |
Y66481 | On time 8:40 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h11 | 9:51 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23291+ C05954 | On time 9:08 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h12 | 10:20 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
Y23291+ Y70141 | On time 9:08 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h38 | 10:46 AM Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 transfer | |
Y23291+ C05954+ Metro from Edinburgh Gateway to Edinburgh Airport Bus/Tram | On time 9:08 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h37 | 10:45 AM Edinburgh, Airport | 2 transfers | |
C23780+ C05952 | On time 9:33 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h19 | 10:52 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
C23780+ Y70147 | On time 9:33 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h40 | 11:13 AM Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 transfer | |
Y66491 | On time 9:48 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h11 | 10:59 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C05943 · Y70152 | On time 10:14 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h28 | 11:42 AM Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 1 transfer | |
C05943 · C05950 | On time 10:14 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h32 | 11:46 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
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ScotRail as well as LNER and CrossCountry offer trains services from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport
Trains from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 21:31 |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER, CrossCountry from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport trainsScotRail, LNER, CrossCountry trains will get you between Dundee and Edinburgh Airport from $8 (€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 Edinburgh Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee 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 to Edinburgh Airport
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Queen Street by station sign
- 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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