- Must visit
The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery & Museum
Major civic museum and gallery with Dundee history, natural science, and fine art in a landmark Gothic Revival building.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Dundee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Dundee will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
On Sat, Nov 07, we found 6 trains from Glasgow to Dundee, including 4 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Sat, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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.
C14595
|
| ||||||||||||
L87614
|
| ||||||||||||
C14709
|
| ||||||||||||
L87830 · C14629
|
| ||||||||||||
C01972+
C14746
|
| ||||||||||||
C14595
|
| ||||||||||||
C14597
|
| ||||||||||||
C14709
|
| ||||||||||||
L87614
|
| ||||||||||||
L87830 · C14629
|
| ||||||||||||
Trains from Glasgow to Dundee run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 but you can travel from only $7 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Glasgow to Dundee.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Dundee trains for tomorrow, Saturday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C14709 | 8:10 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h28 | 9:38 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14595 | 8:41 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h19 | 10:00 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87830 · C14629 | 8:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h53 | 10:38 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
L87614 | 9:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h37 | 10:45 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14597 | 9:42 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1h25 | 11:07 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14746+ C01972 | 9:45 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 2h01 | 11:46 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Discover the best of Dundee — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dundee trip today.
Major civic museum and gallery with Dundee history, natural science, and fine art in a landmark Gothic Revival building.
Scotland's design museum on the waterfront, known for bold architecture and changing exhibitions on design, craft, and innovation.
Restored Antarctic exploration ship of Captain Scott, a flagship Dundee attraction with galleries on polar voyages and shipbuilding.
Revitalised waterfront district with design museum, river views, public spaces, and easy access to major city attractions.
Extinct volcanic hill and top city viewpoint, popular for short walks and sweeping panoramas across Dundee and the Tay.
Historic central square framed by civic buildings, museums, and gardens, useful as a starting point for exploring the city centre.
Dundee cake is a famous local fruit cake with almonds on top. It is linked to the city’s marmalade trade and is a classic Scottish teatime treat.
Dundee marmalade is a traditional bitter orange preserve associated with the city. It became famous through local producers and is a staple with toast and baking.
Arbroath smokies are hot-smoked haddock from nearby Angus. They are a regional specialty often served simply to highlight their rich smoky flavor.
Refined fine dining from Chef Adam Newth with modern Scottish tasting menus in an intimate setting. One of Dundee’s most acclaimed special-occasion restaurants.
Historic pub near the city center serving cask ales and hearty Scottish pub food. A classic choice for traditional atmosphere and local staples.
Popular modern bistro focused on local ingredients, steaks, seafood, and seasonal Scottish cooking. Smart casual atmosphere with a strong local reputation.
Moderate for the UK: hotels often cost less than Edinburgh, while meals, coffee, and local buses stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Restaurants often add no service charge; tip about 10% for good service. Round up taxi fares if helpful. Tipping in cafes is optional, often just small change.
Official public transport app
Dundee Railway Station -> Dundee City Centre
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Dundee.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

Most Glasgow to Dundee trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Dundee station pair, with some services arriving at Broughty Ferry. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Dundee train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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 Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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 Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 Information Desk on Concourse, 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.
High Street (Glasgow) is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
High Street (Glasgow) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at High Street (Glasgow).
Ticket office support is available at High Street (Glasgow). 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at High Street (Glasgow): Parking.
Available at High Street (Glasgow): Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at High Street (Glasgow): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs down to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
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.
Check train stations information for Glasgow and Dundee, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need