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 Nethergate and arriving at Queensferry Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

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 27m.

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 bus which takes 1h 25m and costs £11 - £16.

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

The bus from Nethergate to Queensferry Street takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Edinburgh bus from?

Dundee to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Nethergate 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 bus which takes 1h 25m and costs £11 - £16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £6 - £80 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Dundee to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Dundee to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Queensferry Street 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?

Book your Dundee to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2489+ 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 bus, train, rideshare, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nethergate to Queensferry Streetbus M92
1h 25m
£11–16
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dundee to Edinburghrideshare 55.7 mi
1h 30m
£4–7
Train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
1h 27m
£6–80
Drive 56 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Edinburghcar 56 mi
1h 10m
£14–20

Dundee to Edinburgh by bus

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1h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 57.7 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Nethergate to Queensferry Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Ember also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £11–27 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Three other operators also service this route.

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