The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Dundee
Cheapest price
€124
Average price
€128
Fastest journey
5 h 48 m
Average duration
5 h 53 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
581 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Dundee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Dundee will cost around €128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €124.
Of the 15 trains that leave London for Dundee on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 581 km distance in an average of 5 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 48 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 1 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Dundee
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Dundee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €28.
Distance: 581 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€135 Average price | €71 Average price Cheapest | €207 Average price |
7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 36m Average total duration 11h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
London to Dundee train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Dundee trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C41052+ Y39056 | On time 8:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 5h53 | 2:23 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
Y11931+ Y39067 | On time 9:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 5h55 | 3:25 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
C08178+ Y39071 | On time 10:15 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 6h08 | 4:23 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
C41059+ Y39071 | On time 10:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 5h53 | 4:23 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer | |
C41066+ Y39000 | On time 11:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 5h49 | 5:19 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Dundee
Trains from London to Dundee run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €82 but you can travel from only €28 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 581 km distance in 5h 47m.
Distance 581 km |
Average train duration 6h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €82 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 47m |
First train 05:31 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: LNER, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Grand Central Trains from London to Dundee trainsLNER, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Grand Central Trains trains will get you between London and Dundee from €28. 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 London to Dundee
Trains leave London for Dundee throughout the day, offering a convenient way to reach one of Scotland's biggest cities. LNER offers three direct services every day, all of which take around 5 hours 50 minutes. Indirect services also travel to Dundee via Edinburgh every hour.
Which train companies travel from London to Dundee?
All trains to Dundee from London are operated by LNER out of London Kings Cross station. Some require a brief change at Edinburgh Waverley station, but this doesn't usually result in a major delay.
How long is the train from London to Dundee?
Direct trains from London will reach Dundee in 5 hours 50 minutes. However, passengers shouldn't neglect indirect journeys. Some services via Edinburgh can actually be quicker, taking 5 hours 38 minutes to arrive. So travellers in a hurry should always check they are booking the fastest possible train.
How many trains are there from London to Dundee?
LNER schedules three trains per day between London Kings Cross station and Dundee. When indirect services via Edinburgh are included, the total rises to over 20 on some days. Whenever travellers need to leave, there should be more than 10 practical options.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Dundee?
Departure station: All trains from London to Dundee depart from London Kings Cross station. Kings Cross is very well connected to all parts of London via the Northern, Victoria, Piccadilly, Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City, Circle, and District lines. Those coming from counties to the north can take overground services to Kings Cross, while local buses provide regular links to Westminster, Islington, Camden, and the City of London. At the station, expect a wide range of eating options and stores, as well as customer support booths and ATMs.
Arrival station: Trains to Dundee from London will arrive at Dundee Railway Station. The station is located near the River Tay, just south of the heart of Dundee. From there, visitors can take the 360 bus into the city centre. The city centre campus of Dundee University is 5-10 minutes walk to the northwest, while local buses run to the Ninewells Campus and take around 15 minutes.
FAQs: Trains from London to Dundee
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from London Euston, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Dundee, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Dundee
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
- Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
- Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
- Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
- Overground lines: Watford DC
- Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
- Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
- 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
- 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
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