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Edinburgh to Dundee Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Edinburgh to Dundee? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $6.75, with average prices for this route around $7.02. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Fri, Jul 11
    From $15.66
  • Sat, Jul 12
    From $14.85
  • Sun, Jul 13
    From $15.66
  • Mon, Jul 14
    From $15.52
  • Tue, Jul 15
    From $14.31
  • Wed, Jul 16
    From $6.75
  • Thu, Jul 17
    From $14.17
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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04:28
Edinburgh (Waverley)
06:11
Dundee
1h 43m, DirectCaledonian Sleeper
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05:30
Edinburgh (Waverley)
06:48
Dundee
1h 18m, DirectScotRail
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06:10
Edinburgh Gateway
07:28
Dundee
1h 18m, DirectScotRail
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06:30
Edinburgh (Waverley)
07:41
Dundee
1h 11m, DirectScotRail
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07:05
Edinburgh Gateway
08:20
Dundee
1h 15m, DirectScotRail
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07:30
Edinburgh (Waverley)
08:40
Paris
1h 10m, DirectScotRail
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Edinburgh to Dundee Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:28
Last train
Last train
23:42
Departure station
Departure station
Edinburgh
Arrival station
Arrival station
Dundee
Journey time
Journey time
1h 7m
Distance
Distance
37 miles
Price
Price
$6.75*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Dundee

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Edinburgh to Dundee can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh to Dundee, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh to Dundee ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Edinburgh to Dundee Train Ticket Types

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.