4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dundee to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dundee to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dundee to Glasgow will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 6 trains that leave Dundee for Glasgow every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dundee to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dundee to Glasgow 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 53m. 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 £14.
Distance: 104 km
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£23 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dundee to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Dundee to Glasgow trains for today, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:50 Dundee | 1h25 | 09:15 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:17 Dundee | 1h41 | 16:58 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:07 Dundee | 1h45 | 17:52 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:47 Dundee | 1h28 | 20:15 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dundee to Glasgow
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Trains from Dundee to Glasgow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 104 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 104 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 05:04 |
Last train 23:15 |
Train companies: ScotRail, CrossCountry from Dundee to Glasgow trainsScotRail, CrossCountry trains will get you between Dundee and Glasgow from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Dundee to Glasgow
Scotland's biggest city, Glasgow, is just a short train ride away from quieter, coastal Dundee. The journey takes as little as an hour and a half, which makes Glasgow an easy option for a day trip, or even just for dinner. Trains depart from Dundee every hour, which is just as convenient for commuters as it is for tourists.
Which train companies travel from Dundee to Glasgow?
Nearly all trains from Dundee to Glasgow are provided by ScotRail. Any direct train will most likely be a ScotRail train. London North Eastern Railway also offers a few journeys a day along this route but these are indirect trains, which take longer and also tend to be more expensive.
How long is the train from Dundee to Glasgow?
At its shortest, this train journey takes just one hour 20 minutes when travelling directly with ScotRail The average duration is not much longer at one hour 35 minutes. The longest advertised journey is also with Scotrail: it takes two hours 21 minutes and requires a change of trains in Edinburgh. All London North Eastern Railway services take over two hours.
How many trains are there from Dundee to Glasgow?
There are usually 20 direct trains per day to Glasgow from Dundee, plus a further eight indirect trains. 25 journeys a day are offered by ScotRail, while the remaining three are offered by London North Eastern Railway. The first train of the day is a direct service departing just before 6:00 a.m. The last train is an indirect service departing just after 10:00 p.m. The last direct service of the day leaves shortly before 10:00 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Dundee to Glasgow?
Departure train station: Dundee Train Station is a brand-new station, opened in 2018. As such, it's well-equipped with modern facilities. There's a cafe on-site and WiFi is available for all visitors. Bus connections serve the local area and there's also a Bike & Go bike hire service available.
Arrival train station: Glasgow Queen Street Station is the smaller of Glasgow's two main train stations. Queen Street has plenty of on-site facilities, including several places to eat. Bus and metro links connect the station with the surrounding city.
FAQs: Dundee to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dundee and Glasgow
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:30 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent. PhotoMe photo booth.
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the platform. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby on Riverside Drive, 200 yards from the station entrance
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Accessible to both platforms - level crossing between platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Queen Street by station sign
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- 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 Information Desk on Concourse.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:15 Saturday 06:30 - 23:15 Sunday 10:10 - 17:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground Island platform
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Osborne Street
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