4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€17
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€22
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 31 m
Trains on Sep 19
5
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 €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 5 trains from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport, including 5 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 6 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.
7:26 AM1h18Dundee8:44 AMEdinburgh Airport€171One-way0 transfers- 8:26 AM1h18Dundee9:44 AMEdinburgh Airport€171One-way0 transfers
- 8:40 AM2h06Dundee10:46 AMEdinburgh Airport€181One-way0 transfers
- 10:14 AM1h36Dundee11:50 AMEdinburgh Airport€291One-way0 transfers
- 5:41 PM1h18Dundee6:59 PMEdinburgh Airport€301One-way0 transfers
- 8:26 AM1h18Dundee9:44 AMEdinburgh Airport€171One-way0 transfers
- 5:41 PM1h18Dundee6:59 PMEdinburgh Airport€301One-way0 transfers
- 7:26 AM1h18Dundee8:44 AMEdinburgh Airport€171One-way0 transfers
- 10:14 AM1h36Dundee11:50 AMEdinburgh Airport€291One-way0 transfers
- 8:40 AM2h06Dundee10:46 AMEdinburgh Airport€181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Dundee to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus 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 an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, while a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest | €51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m 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 to Edinburgh Airport:
A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport costing on average €26.
Other travel options to Edinburgh Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 52m.
Tickets start at around €26 compared to roughly €51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €25. The journey takes 1h 17m versus 1h 10m 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.
Direct services run with Scotrail.
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 to Edinburgh Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Dundee to Edinburgh Airport trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G01153+W68655 | On time 9:33 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h19 | 10:52 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
| L87566 | On time 9:48 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h11 | 10:59 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87069 · L87682 | On time 10:14 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h32 | 11:46 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
| 7:26 AM Dundee | 1h18 | 8:44 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:26 AM Dundee | 1h18 | 9:44 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport
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Trains from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:26, the last at 12:04. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 7:26 AM |
Last train 12:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Dundee and Edinburgh Airport from €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 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
Most Dundee to Edinburgh Airport trains use the Dundee to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Dundee and Edinburgh Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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