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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Dundee
Cheapest price
£92
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
8 h 3 m
Average duration
8 h 3 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
554 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Dundee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Dundee will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for Dundee every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 554 km distance in an average of 8 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 3 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.
11:538h03Cardiff19:56Dundee£921One-way0 changes
- 11:538h03Cardiff19:56Dundee£921One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Dundee
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Dundee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £92.
Distance: 554 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£232 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 48m Average total duration Fastest 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 47m Average total duration 13h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff to Dundee train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Dundee trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:45 Cardiff | 8h03 | 14:48 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 9:50 Cardiff | 8h42 | 18:32 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Cardiff to Dundee by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Dundee.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Dundee.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Cardiff to Dundee.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Dundee
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Trains from Cardiff to Dundee run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £92 but you can travel from only £42 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 17:25. The fastest train covers the 554 km distance in 8h 3m.
Distance 554 km |
Average train duration 8h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £92 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 3m |
First train 4:15 |
Last train 17:25 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Dundee trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Dundee from £42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Dundee train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Dundee by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dundee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Dundee
Most Cardiff to Dundee trains use the Cardiff Central to Dundee station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Dundee train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Which Dundee station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Dundee from Dundee city centre
Dundee train station facilities and services
Dundee has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dundee.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dundee.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dundee. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dundee: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dundee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dundee: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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