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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Dundee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Dundee will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 6 trains from Liverpool to Dundee, including 6 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 339 km distance in an average of 5 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 57 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 5 h 41 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.

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Trains from Liverpool to Dundee run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 but you can travel from only $40 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 210 miles (339 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 210 miles (339 km) |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 12:18 AM |
Last train 6:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 4 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Liverpool to Dundee.
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Dundee trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34177+ L86913+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ G89635 | Delayed 9:41 AM 8:39 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h19 | 1:58 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 3 transfers | |
G89639+ W85177+ C14635 | On time 9:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h03 | 2:42 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 2 transfers | |
W34286+ C14641+ P24237 | Delayed 1:27 PM 12:22 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h17 | 5:39 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 2 transfers | |
W34286+ G86226+ C14641 | Delayed 1:38 PM 12:45 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h54 | 5:39 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 2 transfers | |
W34187+ W84695+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ C14608 | Delayed 2:15 PM 1:19 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h50 | 7:09 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 3 transfers | |
W34187+ C14608+ G89657+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | Delayed 2:41 PM 1:39 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h30 | 7:09 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 3 transfers | |
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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.
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Dundee Railway Station -> Dundee City Centre
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Dundee trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Dundee station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Dundee train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liverpool Lime Street 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: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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.
Check train stations information for Liverpool and Dundee, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
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