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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Edinburgh is to rideshare which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Slessor Gardens and arriving at Haymarket Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dundee and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Dundee to Edinburgh?

The distance between Dundee and Edinburgh is 58 miles. The road distance is 56.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £6 - £80.

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

The train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Edinburgh bus from?

Dundee to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Slessor Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundee to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Dundee to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £6 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £16 and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Dundee to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Dundee to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Haymarket Station.

Where does the Dundee to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dundee to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Edinburgh is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Dundee to Edinburgh.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dundee to Edinburgh?

Book your Dundee to Edinburgh bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2452+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Can I share a ride from Dundee to Edinburgh?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Dundee and Edinburgh. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
1h 28m
£6–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Slessor Gardens to Haymarket Stationbus E1
1h 38m
£4–16
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Dundee to Edinburghrideshare 55.7 mi
1h 30m
£4–7
Drive 56 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Edinburghcar 56 mi
1h 10m
£14–20

Dundee to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 58 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £11–27 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Slessor Gardens to Haymarket Station every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 38m. Two other operators also service this route.

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