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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Dunbar is to bus which costs £16 - £23 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Dunbar is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Nethergate and arriving at High Street via Shandwick Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Dunbar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dundee and arriving at Dunbar. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Dundee to Dunbar?

The distance between Dundee and Dunbar is 87 miles. The road distance is 85.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Dunbar without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £60 - £90.

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

The train from Dundee to Dunbar takes 1h 41m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Dunbar bus from?

Dundee to Dunbar bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Nethergate station.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Dunbar train from?

Dundee to Dunbar train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Dundee station.

Train or bus from Dundee to Dunbar?

The best way to get from Dundee to Dunbar is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £60 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £23 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Dundee to Dunbar bus arrive?

Dundee to Dunbar bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Queensferry Street station.

Where does the Dundee to Dunbar train arrive?

Dundee to Dunbar train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Dunbar station.

Can I drive from Dundee to Dunbar?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Dunbar is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Dundee to Dunbar.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunbar?

There are 190+ hotels available in Dunbar.

Dundee to Dunbar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to DunbarAberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
1h 41m
£60–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nethergate to Queensferry StreetM92
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to High StreetX7 / ...
2h 50m
£16–22
Drive 84.8 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Dunbar84.8 mi
1h 47m
£22–31
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Slessor Gardens to George StreetE1
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to High StreetX7 / ...
3h 18m

Dundee to Dunbar by train

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Distance: 86.7 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Dundee to Dunbar twice daily. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nethergate to High Street via Queensferry Street and Shandwick Place in around 2h 50m.

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