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V&A Dundee
Striking design museum on Dundee’s waterfront with changing exhibitions, Scottish design displays and memorable river views.
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Buses per day
42
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Dundee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Dundee will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 42 buses that leave Edinburgh for Dundee every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 58 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Dundee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 58 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price |
2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Dundee coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h20 | 9:55 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 6:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h10 | 8:45 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h00 | 9:40 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h05 | 8:45 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:58 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 4h17 | 11:15 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h05 | 13:00 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h00 | 9:55 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 4h01 | 12:10 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 4h01 | 13:10 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h00 | 12:10 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h05 | 11:15 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 4h01 | 14:10 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h50 | 13:40 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:50 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h10 | 13:00 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h05 | 13:40 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h20 | 14:55 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3h16 | 14:55 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:11 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3h59 | 16:10 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h10 | 14:55 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h35 | 16:20 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3h11 | 16:20 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:11 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 4h04 | 17:15 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h30 | 18:45 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 14:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h05 | 16:20 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3h39 | 18:20 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3h36 | 18:45 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h10 | 18:20 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h05 | 17:15 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3h59 | 19:40 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h05 | 20:20 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h30 | 18:45 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:46 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3h34 | 20:20 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:08 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3h47 | 20:55 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h20 | 22:35 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 18:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h05 | 20:20 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3h26 | 22:35 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 20:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h05 | 22:35 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h50 | 0:20 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:05 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3h15 | 0:20 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:56 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3h39 | 1:35 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 22:15 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h05 | 0:20 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3h31 | 9:40 Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Edinburgh to Dundee run on average 40 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 58 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 58 km |
Average bus duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 40 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Discover the best of Dundee — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dundee trip today.
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Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) -> Dundee Railway Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Dundee by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dundee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to Dundee buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Dundee, West Marketgait / Nethergate (Overgate Centre) station pair, with some services arriving at Dundee, Seagate Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Dundee bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Dundee, Seagate Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Dundee, Seagate Bus Station. ATMs are available at Dundee, Seagate Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at Dundee, Seagate Bus Station.
Available at Dundee, Seagate Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dundee, Seagate Bus Station: Station is wheelchair accessible.
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