How to travel from Edinburgh to Dundee

There are 2 options to travel between Edinburgh and Dundee including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Dundee is a bus with an average price of €8.

This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Dundee:

A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Dundee costing on average €16.

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Dundee is by train with an average journey time of 1h 19m.

Other travel options to Dundee take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 45m.

The distance from Edinburgh to Dundee is approximately 36 miles (58 km).

The average frequency per day from Edinburgh to Dundee is:

• Around 40 buses per day.
• Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Edinburgh and Dundee as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Edinburgh to Dundee:

• Trains mostly depart from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and arrive in Dundee station (DEE).
• Buses mostly depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arrive in Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Edinburgh to Dundee, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, ScotRail to go to Dundee by train.
• Travel with Megabus, FlixBus, Ember to go to Dundee by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Edinburgh to Dundee with the following travel companies:

• 8 direct trains per day with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, ScotRail.
• 10 direct buses per day with Megabus, FlixBus, Ember.

Omio customers who travel from Edinburgh to Dundee often also extend their vacation to go to London, Glasgow, Ingliston, Aberdeen, Paisley. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Dundee and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Dundee to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Dundee, you can explore the Dundee Contemporary Arts for art exhibitions and cinema, visit Camperdown Wildlife Centre to see native and exotic animals, relax at Broughty Ferry Beach, and stargaze at the Mills Observatory. Don't miss a stroll along the Dundee Waterfront for shops, restaurants, and scenic views. Key sights include the V&A Dundee, Discovery Point, The McManus, Dundee Law, and Verdant Works.

Spending 2 to 3 days in Dundee allows you to explore its key attractions, including the V&A Dundee, RRS Discovery, and the Dundee Contemporary Arts center, while also enjoying the vibrant local culture and dining experiences.