4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Airport to Dundee
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Dundee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Dundee will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 18 trains that leave Edinburgh Airport for Dundee on Wed, Jul 22, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
L875449:12 AM1h13Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)10:25 AMDundee station (DEE)$211One-way0 transfers- W69646 · C146268:12 AM1h33Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)9:45 AMDundee station (DEE)$211One-way1 transfer
- W69658 · C1463211:23 AM1h15Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)12:38 PMDundee station (DEE)$211One-way1 transfer
- C15041 · L8756110:46 AM1h36Edinburgh Park (EDP)12:22 PMDundee station (DEE)$211One-way1 transfer
- W83169 · L8758012:46 PM1h37Edinburgh Park (EDP)2:23 PMDundee station (DEE)$211One-way1 transfer
- L875378:09 AM1h12Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)9:21 AMDundee station (DEE)$211One-way0 transfers
- L8756111:10 AM1h12Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)12:22 PMDundee station (DEE)$211One-way0 transfers
- L875449:12 AM1h13Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)10:25 AMDundee station (DEE)$211One-way0 transfers
- L875801:09 PM1h14Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)2:23 PMDundee station (DEE)$211One-way0 transfers
- L8757012:08 PM1h14Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)1:22 PMDundee station (DEE)$211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Edinburgh Airport to Dundee
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Airport to Dundee 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 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m 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 Edinburgh Airport to Dundee:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Airport to Dundee costing on average $27 (€23).
Other travel options to Dundee take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 47m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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
Edinburgh Airport to Dundee train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Airport to Dundee trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR958900 · C14626 | On time 8:04 AM Edinburgh, Airport | 1h41 | 9:45 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
| L87537 | On time 8:09 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1h12 | 9:21 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W69646 · C14626 | On time 8:12 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1h33 | 9:45 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
L87544+ Bus from Edinburgh Airport Bus/Tram to Inverkeithing | Delayed 8:23 AM 8:38 AMEdinburgh, Airport | 1h47 | 10:25 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
L87544+ Metro from Edinburgh Airport Bus/Tram to Edinburgh Gateway | Delayed 8:12 AM 8:47 AMEdinburgh, Airport | 1h38 | 10:25 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
| SR973300 · C14628 | On time 9:04 AM Edinburgh, Airport | 1h34 | 10:38 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
| L87544 | On time 9:12 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1h13 | 10:25 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87640 · C14628 | On time 9:20 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1h18 | 10:38 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
 C01971+Bus from Edinburgh Airport Bus/Tram to Inverkeithing | Delayed 9:51 AM 10:06 AMEdinburgh, Airport | 1h40 | 11:46 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
| L87552 | On time 10:08 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1h15 | 11:23 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W68789+C01971 | On time 10:27 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1h19 | 11:46 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
| L87561+Bus from Edinburgh Airport Bus/Tram to Inverkeithing | Delayed 10:20 AM 10:35 AMEdinburgh, Airport | 1h47 | 12:22 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
| L87561 | On time 11:10 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1h12 | 12:22 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W69658 · C14632 | On time 11:23 AM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1h15 | 12:38 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
| L87570 | On time 12:08 PM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1h14 | 1:22 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87580 | On time 1:09 PM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1h14 | 2:23 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W69666 · C14635 | On time 1:21 PM Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 1h21 | 2:42 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Airport to Dundee
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh Airport to Dundee run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 10:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh Airport to Dundee trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Edinburgh Airport and Dundee from $7 (€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 Edinburgh Airport to Dundee
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Airport to Dundee 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 Dundee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh Airport to Dundee
Most Edinburgh Airport to Dundee trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Dundee station pair, with some services arriving at Broughty Ferry. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Airport and Dundee 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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