The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Dundee
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Dundee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Dundee will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 4 trains that leave Inverness for Dundee on Fri, Nov 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 58 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Inverness to Dundee
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Dundee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 84 miles (136 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€44 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Inverness to Dundee train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Dundee trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:22 PM Inverness | 4h22 | 11:44 PM Dundee | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 4:36 AM Inverness | 3h11 | 7:47 AM Dundee | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:42 AM Inverness | 3h03 | 11:45 AM Dundee | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:50 AM Inverness | 2h59 | 12:49 PM Dundee | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:56 AM Inverness | 3h58 | 1:54 PM Dundee | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Dundee
Trains from Inverness to Dundee run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 20:46. The fastest train covers the 84 miles (136 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 84 miles (136 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 04:54 |
Last train 20:46 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Inverness to Dundee trainsScotRail trains will get you between Inverness and Dundee from $11 (€9). 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 Inverness to Dundee
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness 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 Inverness to Dundee
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 18:30 Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
- Car Park: Station 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 automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 3
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Available between 0630 and 1930
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- 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 Eastgate side of the station at the short stay car park
- 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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