What is the cheapest way to get from Dundee to Arbroath?

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Arbroath is to line 72 bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dundee to Arbroath?

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Arbroath is to train which takes 15 min and costs £2 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Arbroath?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Seagate Bus Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Arbroath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dundee and arriving at Arbroath. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Dundee to Arbroath?

The distance between Dundee and Arbroath is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.4 miles.

How do I travel from Dundee to Arbroath without a car?

The best way to get from Dundee to Arbroath without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs £2 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Dundee to Arbroath?

The train from Dundee to Arbroath takes 15 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Arbroath bus from?

Dundee to Arbroath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Seagate Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Arbroath train from?

Dundee to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dundee station.

Train or bus from Dundee to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Dundee to Arbroath is to train which takes 15 min and costs £2 - £75. Alternatively, you can line 72 bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 40 min.

Where does the Dundee to Arbroath bus arrive?

Dundee to Arbroath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dundee to Arbroath train arrive?

Dundee to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Arbroath station.

Can I drive from Dundee to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Arbroath is 17 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Dundee to Arbroath.

How do I get a train ticket from Dundee to Arbroath?

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Where can I stay near Arbroath?

There are 227+ hotels available in Arbroath.

Dundee to Arbroath - 4 ways to travel via train, line 72 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dundee to Arbroath by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Arbroathtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
15 min
£2–75
Line 72 bus
1. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 72 / ...
40 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dundee to Arbroathtaxi 17.3 mi
24 min
£40–55
Drive 17.3 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Arbroathcar 17.3 mi
24 min
£5–6

Dundee to Arbroath by train

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Distance: 16.8 mi
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Dundee, Scotland and Arbroath, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Dundee to Arbroath hourly. Tickets cost £8–9 and the journey takes 15 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Seagate Bus Station to Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 40 min.

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