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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.
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€39
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€39
Fastest journey on Sep 05
1 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
1 h 47 m
Trains on Sep 05
1
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverurie to Dundee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverurie to Dundee will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 1 trains from Inverurie to Dundee, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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 Inverurie to Dundee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a train costs an average of €67.
Distance: 60 miles (98 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€67 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inverurie to Dundee:
A bus is €46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverurie to Dundee costing on average €67.
Other travel options to Dundee take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 31m by train vs 1h 34m by car). Tickets start at around €67 compared to roughly €24 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with ScotRail.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Inverurie to Dundee trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:29 AM Inverurie | 1h47 | 12:16 PM Dundee | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Inverurie to Dundee run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €45 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €45 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Historic central square framed by civic buildings, museums, and gardens, useful as a starting point for exploring the city centre.
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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.
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Dundee Railway Station -> Dundee City Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverurie 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 Inverurie to Dundee trains use the Inverurie to Dundee station pair, with some services arriving at Broughty Ferry. Use this guide to compare Inverurie and Dundee train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Inverurie has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Inverurie.
Wi-Fi is available at Inverurie.
Ticket office support is available at Inverurie. 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 Inverurie: Parking, WC.
Available at Inverurie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverurie: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 2 from road side and level to platform 1. Also connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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