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York Castle Museum
A social history museum inside former prison buildings, known for recreated Victorian streets and immersive displays about everyday life in York.
Cheapest price
$100
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
3 h 44 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dundee to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dundee to York will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
Of the 1 trains that leave Dundee for York on Thu, Jul 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct trains cover the 303 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 44 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest trains will take 3 h 44 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dundee to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $74. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $74, and a train costs an average of $67.
Distance: 188 miles (303 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$100 Average price | $79 Average price Cheapest | $130 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dundee to York:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dundee to York costing on average $100 (€83).
Other travel options to York take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 45m.
The journey is about 1h 15m faster (3h 53m by train vs 5h 8m by car) and roughly $30 (€24) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($100 (€83) vs $130 (€107)). 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 London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Dundee to York trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:08 AM Dundee | 3h44 | 11:52 AM York | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:08 AM Dundee | 4h44 | 1:52 PM York | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:33 AM Dundee | 4h06 | 1:39 PM York | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:10 PM Dundee | 3h42 | 6:52 PM York | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Dundee to York run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $67 (€55) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 188 miles (303 km) distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 188 miles (303 km) |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€55) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 5:41 AM |
Last train 8:30 PM |
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A social history museum inside former prison buildings, known for recreated Victorian streets and immersive displays about everyday life in York.
One of York’s signature attractions, presenting the city’s Norse past with archaeological finds and a ride-through reconstruction of Viking-age streets.
The UK’s leading railway museum, featuring famous locomotives and large engineering halls. It is one of York’s best-known family attractions.
York’s best-known historic lane, lined with leaning timber-framed buildings and consistently popular with photographers and first-time visitors.
A scenic walking route along the medieval walls, giving one of the best overviews of York’s historic core and major landmarks.
A central riverside park combining lawns, Roman and medieval remains, and some of the city’s most pleasant open space.
A baked batter pudding traditionally served with roast beef and gravy. It is one of Yorkshire’s most famous dishes and a staple of the Sunday roast.
The classic local Sunday roast pairing tender beef, Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, vegetables, and gravy. It is strongly associated with Yorkshire food culture.
A traditional Yorkshire ginger cake made with oats, treacle, and syrup. It is especially linked with autumn and Bonfire Night in northern England.
A long-established independent restaurant known for carefully cooked modern British food and a more intimate fine-dining feel.
A well-known riverside restaurant in York serving refined British cooking with Yorkshire ingredients. Stylish but relaxed atmosphere, suitable for a special meal.
An iconic York institution famous for afternoon tea, cakes, Fat Rascals, and classic British tea-room dishes. Elegant and historic atmosphere.
Moderate by UK standards. Pub meals and coffee are reasonable, but hotels and tourist-area dining cost more.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up in pubs and taxis. No tip needed for counter service.
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York Railway Station, York -> York City Centre, York
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dundee to York trains use the Dundee to York station pair. Use this guide to compare Dundee and York train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Dundee.
Wi-Fi is available at Dundee.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dundee: Parking, WC.
Available at Dundee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Broughty Ferry is 5 km from Dundee city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Broughty Ferry.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Broughty Ferry: Parking.
Available at Broughty Ferry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Ticket office support is available at York.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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