4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dundee to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dundee to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dundee to Edinburgh will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 6 trains that leave Dundee for Edinburgh on Wed, Nov 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Dundee to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dundee to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 58 km
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Live departures
Dundee to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Dundee to Edinburgh trains for today, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| Y66000 | On time 8:26 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h12 | 9:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y66481 | On time 8:40 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h25 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y23291 | On time 9:08 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h17 | 10:25 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C23780 | On time 9:33 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h21 | 10:54 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y66491 | On time 9:48 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h29 | 11:17 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C05943 | On time 10:14 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h09 | 11:23 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y66499 | On time 10:40 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h33 | 12:13 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y23303 | On time 11:09 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h16 | 12:25 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y66510 | On time 11:45 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h26 | 1:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y66007 | On time 12:10 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h13 | 1:23 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y66517 | On time 12:39 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h27 | 2:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y66009 | On time 1:18 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h10 | 2:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y66521 | On time 1:42 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h24 | 3:06 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y66011 | On time 2:19 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h10 | 3:29 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y66523 | On time 2:40 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h31 | 4:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y66014 | On time 3:10 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h14 | 4:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y66453 | On time 3:43 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h31 | 5:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y23333 | On time 4:10 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1h15 | 5:25 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dundee to Edinburgh
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Trains from Dundee to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 58 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country from Dundee to Edinburgh trainsScotRail, LNER, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country trains will get you between Dundee and Edinburgh from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Dundee to Edinburgh
There are 32 trains from Dundee to Edinburgh each weekday. The first of these services leaves at around 6:00 a.m. and the last at about 10:50 pm. Most of the trains are operated by ScotRail, with the remaining services being operated by CrossCountry and LNER.
Dundee to Edinburgh Train Times: Daily departures
The first of the trains from Dundee to Edinburgh each weekday departs at about 6:00 a.m. and the last at around 10:50 p.m. There are 32 departures each day, at about 20 to 30-minute intervals.
How long is the journey by train from Dundee to Edinburgh?
Most journeys take between one hour and one hour 30 minutes to complete. The distance covered is approximately 60 miles and travelling the distance by car would take around the same time as it does by train.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Dundee to Edinburgh?
Departure train station: All trains leave from Dundee Station which is centrally located. The University of Dundee is a short walk away, as are many hotels, restaurants and shopping centres. The station is relatively small and has limited facilities, but these do include a buffet and convenience store. Disabled access is available, and wheelchairs can be provided if required. Taxis and buses are available outside the station.
Arrival train station: Most trains head first for Edinburgh's Haymarket station before headings onwards to Waverley Station. The distance between the two stations is about one mile. There are 12 trains a day that head on to Slateford from here.
Both Haymarket and Waverley stations are centrally located and are well-serviced by restaurants and convenience stores. Both have easy access to taxis and coach and train travel. Both stations have step-free access for passengers with limited mobility.
Slateford Station serves the area of Slateford in Edinburgh. This is a small, unmanned station with limited facilities. Taxis are available from the station but only if they are pre-booked.
Which train companies travel from Dundee to Edinburgh?
The train journey between Dundee and Edinburgh is operated by ScotRail, CrossCountry and LNER.
ScotRail Dundee to Edinburgh
ScotRail operates 20 direct trips between Dundee and Edinburgh each weekday at approximately 45-minute intervals. Most of the trips head for Edinburgh's Haymarket station before making their way to the Waverley Station. Seven of the trips then head for Slateford. Two additional dedicated trips to Slateford are offered each day, each involving one transfer.
CrossCountry Dundee to Edinburgh
CrossCountry operates three trips between Dundee and Edinburgh each day. All three trips are direct. These trains leave at approximately 6:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 10:50 p.m. each day.
LNER Dundee to Edinburgh
LNER operates four direct journeys between Dundee and Edinburgh each day. Three of these trips offer Slateford as an additional destination with one transfer required.
Dundee to Edinburgh Trains: Services on board
All operators on the route between Dundee and Edinburgh offer standard and first-class tickets. First-class passengers enjoy larger seats with more leg room. ScotRail offers free morning newspapers in first-class.
All three operators allow three pieces of luggage - one piece of hand luggage and two suitcases. Bicycles, prams and wheelchairs can be brought on board as long as they are folded. Domestic animals can accompany passengers but must be kept on a lead or in a cage. Two animals per passenger may travel free of charge. Additional animals will incur a charge of half the normal passenger fee per pet.
All three operators offer assistance to the disabled. It is worth noting, though, for the trips to Slateford operated by ScotRail and LNER, that this small station is not disabled-friendly.
How do I find cheap train tickets from Dundee to Edinburgh?
Booking in advance is always wise to increase the chances of securing cheaper tickets. Equally, booking online, using a site like Omio will allow comparison of prices across operators, and across different times of day and different days. Being flexible with date of travel and time of day for departure will often unlock the best discounts, especially with travel during off-peak times. Such sites will also provide details of the special discounts offered by all operators.
FAQs: Trains from Dundee to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Dundee, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Edinburgh Waverley, located 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dundee to Edinburgh
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Accessible to both platforms - level crossing between platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Queen Street by station sign
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:30 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent. PhotoMe photo booth.
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the platform. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby on Riverside Drive, 200 yards from the station entrance
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
- Car Park: No
- 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 automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
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LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
ParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Slateford Road at Platform 2 stair exit
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and roadbridge connecting both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 1
- 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Near Carpark
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the car park entrance, Platform 2
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingCar RentalWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 00:10 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
- Car Park: No
- 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Shelter/Room. The toilet facilities are only available during ticket office opening hours.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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: Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stops outside the station
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