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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 Oct 22
$93
Average ticket price on Oct 22
$149
Fastest journey on Oct 22
5 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
5 h 53 m
Trains on Oct 22
5
Distance
335 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Dundee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Dundee will cost around $149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Dundee without transferring at least 2 times.
W85168+
L87682 · SR335000
W85164+
SR337200 · L87668
C24895+
G66987+
C14635
W34177+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+
L89695+
L86913
W34206+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+
L86912+
L89240
W34177+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+
L89695+
L86913
W85164+
SR337200 · L87668
W85168+
L87682 · SR335000
W34206+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+
L86912+
L89240
C24895+
G66987+
C14635Trains from Manchester to Dundee run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 but you can travel from only $17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 21:49. The fastest train covers the 208 miles (335 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 208 miles (335 km) |
Average train duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 9:49 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Dundee trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W85164+ SR337200 · L87668 | 6:25 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 5h49 | 12:14 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 2 transfers | |
W34206+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ L89240+ L86912 | 6:55 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 6h05 | 1:00 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 3 transfers | |
W85168+ L87682 · SR335000 | 8:24 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 5h50 | 2:14 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 2 transfers | |
W34177+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ L89695+ L86913 | 8:28 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 5h30 | 1:58 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 3 transfers | |
C24895+ G66987+ C14635 | 9:00 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 6h12 | 3:12 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 2 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 Manchester 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 Manchester to Dundee trains use the Manchester Victoria to Dundee station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Dundee train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, 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.
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