The cheapest and fastest trains from Dundee to Glenrothes
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dundee to Glenrothes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dundee to Glenrothes will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Dundee for Glenrothes 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 32 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 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.
15:380h39Dundee16:17Glenrothes£141One-way0 changes
15:380h39Dundee16:17Glenrothes£141One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dundee to Glenrothes
Trains from Dundee to Glenrothes run on average 10 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 34m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 5:41 |
Last train 21:45 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Scotrail from Dundee to Glenrothes trainsCrossCountry, Scotrail trains will get you between Dundee and Glenrothes from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Dundee to Glenrothes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee to Glenrothes 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 Glenrothes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dundee and Glenrothes
Most Dundee to Glenrothes trains use the Dundee to Glenrothes with Thornton station pair. Use this guide to compare Dundee and Glenrothes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dundee station do trains to Glenrothes leave from?
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.
Getting to Broughty Ferry from Dundee city centre
Broughty Ferry is 5 km from Dundee city centre. Public transport options include:
Broughty Ferry train station facilities and services
Broughty Ferry has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Broughty Ferry.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Broughty Ferry: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Broughty Ferry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Broughty Ferry: 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.
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