How to get from Edinburgh to Dundee by train?

From Edinburgh to Dundee by train

Take one direct train from Edinburgh to Dundee in Scotland: take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Dundee station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min.

91min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Walk to Dundee
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Dundee
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dundee
    85 min
  • 4
    Walk to Dundee
    Walk to
    Dundee
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Edinburgh to Dundee by bus

To get from Edinburgh to Dundee in Scotland, take the AIRX bus from Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh station to Airport, Edinburgh Airport station. Next, take the FLY bus from Airport, Edinburgh Airport station to Malmaison, Dundee City Centre station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 59 min.

119min
Walk to bus station
Bus - AIRXAIRX
Bus - FLYFLY
Walk to Dundee
Leaves from Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh
    ID 6200206350
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - AIRXAIRX
    Wait for bus
    AIRX
    Edinburgh Airport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Airport, Edinburgh Airport
    ID 6200247619
    29 min
  • 4
    Bus - FLYFLY
    Wait for bus
    FLY
    Dundee City Centre
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Malmaison, Dundee City Centre
    ID 640017262
    80 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dundee
    Walk to
    Dundee
    240 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to Dundee

The distance between Edinburgh, Scotland and Dundee, Scotland is approximately 59.88 mi, which can typically be travelled in 91 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Dundee by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Edinburgh

Edinburgh is located at Edinburgh, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Waterloo Place, Edinburgh.

Train stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Edinburgh

Bus stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Waterloo Place, Edinburgh
  • North Bridge, Old Town
  • Princes Street (Waverley Steps), Edinburgh

Public transport stations close to Dundee, Scotland

Dundee is located at Dundee, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is High Street, Dundee City Centre.

Train stations close to Dundee:

  • Dundee

Bus stations close to Dundee:

  • High Street, Dundee City Centre
  • Caird Hall, Dundee City Centre
  • Railway Station, Dundee City Centre

Related Routes

From Edinburgh to Dundee by bus

To get from Edinburgh to Dundee in Scotland, take the AIRX bus from Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh station to Airport, Edinburgh Airport station. Next, take the FLY bus from Airport, Edinburgh Airport station to Malmaison, Dundee City Centre station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 59 min.

119min
Walk to bus station
Bus - AIRXAIRX
Bus - FLYFLY
Walk to Dundee
Leaves from Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh
    ID 6200206350
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - AIRXAIRX
    Wait for bus
    AIRX
    Edinburgh Airport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Airport, Edinburgh Airport
    ID 6200247619
    29 min
  • 4
    Bus - FLYFLY
    Wait for bus
    FLY
    Dundee City Centre
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Malmaison, Dundee City Centre
    ID 640017262
    80 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dundee
    Walk to
    Dundee
    240 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dundee?

    The fastest way takes 91 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Edinburgh to Dundee?

    The alternative route takes 119 minutes, using Bus line AIRX, Bus line FLY.

  • Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Dundee in Scotland?

    Yes, there is a direct train going from Edinburgh to Dundee in Scotland in 1 hr 31 min.

  • Which train line goes from Edinburgh to Dundee in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Dundee station near Edinburgh to Dundee station near Dundee in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Dundee in Scotland by train?

    The total travel time between Edinburgh and Dundee in Scotland by train is about 1 hr 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Edinburgh to get to Dundee in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Dundee station near Edinburgh in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Edinburgh and Dundee in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Dundee station, which is closest to Dundee in Scotland.

  • When is the last bus from Edinburgh to Dundee in Scotland?

    The last bus from Edinburgh to Dundee in Scotland is the Dundee - Edinburgh line. It leaves the St Andrew Square, Edinburgh stop at 01:55.

  • When is the first train from Edinburgh to Dundee in Scotland?

    The first train from Edinburgh to Dundee in Scotland is Caledonian Sleeper. It leaves the Edinburgh station at 05:39.

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