Cupar to Dundee train with ScotRail

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Compare train and coach for Cupar to Dundee

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cupar 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 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £9.

Distance: 16 km

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52m

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22m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cupar to Dundee

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Trains from Cupar to Dundee run on average 4 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 19m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance
16 km
Average train duration
22m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
19m
First train
00:03
Last train
23:09
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5

Train companies: ScotRail, Cross Country from Cupar to Dundee trainsScotRail, Cross Country trains will get you between Cupar and Dundee from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
21m
Cheapest Price
£10
ScotRail frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20m
Cheapest Price
£24
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Cupar to Dundee train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cupar 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.

FAQs
You typically need 2 to 3 days in Dundee to explore its key attractions, such as the V&A Dundee, Discovery Point, and the Dundee Law, while also enjoying the local culture and dining options.
The cheapest way to get from Cupar to Dundee is by coach, costing approximately £5.
In Dundee, you can explore the vibrant Dundee Contemporary Arts for exhibitions and cinema, visit the family-friendly Camperdown Wildlife Centre, or relax at Broughty Ferry Beach. Stargaze at Mills Observatory, the UK's only full-time public observatory, or enjoy the rejuvenated Dundee Waterfront with its shops and restaurants. Don't miss the V&A Dundee, Discovery Point with the RRS Discovery ship, The McManus museum and art gallery, panoramic views from Dundee Law, and the Verdant Works jute mill museum.
The train distance from Cupar to Dundee is 16 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Cupar to Dundee can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £10.
Booking trains from Cupar to Dundee in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Cupar to Dundee departs at 23:09.
Yes, a day trip from Cupar to Dundee is feasible. The journey takes 19m, covering 16 km. Trains run 4 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Cupar and Dundee. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by ScotRail, Cross Country, ScotRail.
The train journey from Cupar to Dundee covers a distance of 16 km and takes approximately 19m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Cupar that goes to Dundee is Cupar station (CUP), and it arrives at Dundee station (DEE).
The first train from Cupar to Dundee leaves at 0:03.
There is no night train service from Cupar to Dundee.
Trains from Cupar to Dundee run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Cupar to Dundee.
Yes, you can take the train from Cupar to Dundee.
To get from Cupar to Dundee, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Cupar to Dundee is considered scenic, as it passes through picturesque countryside and offers views of the River Tay, lush landscapes, and historic sites along the way.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cupar and Dundee

Cupar
Dundee
The major train station for departures in Cupar is Cupar. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cupar for your trip from Cupar to Dundee.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 20:30 Saturday 08:10 - 15:00 Sunday 11:30 - 17:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 2 and ramp to platform 1, access between platforms involves use of public road for part of the route Blue Badge parking bays: 7
  • 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 ticket machines note: Located on platform 1
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located under the canopy on Platform 2. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours. Radar - National Key Scheme
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: One is on platform 1 Second on platform 2 - part of the ticket office building
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Cupar
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus shelter in the station car park

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