How to travel from Leeds to Dundee

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Compare bus and train for Leeds to Dundee

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Dundee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $60 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, while a train costs an average of $124.

Distance: 192 miles (310 km)

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$124

Average price

$60

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Cheapest

$134

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4h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 17m

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30m

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7h 21m

Average total duration

6h 51m

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5h 14m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Dundee is a bus with an average price of $60.

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

A bus is $63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Dundee costing on average $124.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Dundee is by train with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Dundee take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 21m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Dundee including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leeds to Dundee among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 57m faster (4h 17m by train vs 5h 14m by car) and roughly $11 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($124 vs $134). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Leeds to Dundee

How to get from Leeds to Dundee by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Leeds to Dundee is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    3:10 AM8h05
    Leeds
    11:15 AMDundee
    $481One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    3:10 AM8h05
    Leeds
    11:15 AMDundee
    $481One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    3:05 AM6h50
    Leeds
    9:55 AMDundee
    $491One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    2:05 AM6h50
    Leeds
    8:55 AMDundee
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Leeds to Dundee

Travel to Dundee easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leeds to Dundee.

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There are 2 options to travel between Leeds and Dundee including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Dundee is a bus with an average price of $60.

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

A bus is $63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Dundee costing on average $124.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Dundee is by train with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Dundee take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 21m.

The distance from Leeds to Dundee is approximately 192 miles (310 km).
The average frequency per day from Leeds to Dundee is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Leeds to Dundee:
  • Buses mostly depart from Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) and arrive in Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre).
  • Trains mostly depart from Leeds station (LDS) and arrive in Dundee station (DEE).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leeds to Dundee, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Megabus to go to Dundee by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited to go to Dundee by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Leeds to Dundee with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 0 direct trains per day with Cross Country.
Omio customers who travel from Leeds to Dundee often also extend their vacation to go to Edinburgh, London, Glasgow, Ingliston, Aberdeen. 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.

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