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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Dunkeld
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 37 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 48 m
Trains on 20 Sept
3
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Dunkeld is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Dunkeld will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 3 trains from Edinburgh to Dunkeld, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 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.
W83200 · C1467610:352h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:38Dunkeld & Birnam (DKD)£251One-way1 change- C1469113:531h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:30Dunkeld & Birnam (DKD)£251One-way0 changes
- C146939:251h44Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:09Dunkeld & Birnam (DKD)£251One-way0 changes
- C1469113:531h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:30Dunkeld & Birnam (DKD)£251One-way0 changes
- C146939:251h44Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:09Dunkeld & Birnam (DKD)£251One-way0 changes
- W83200 · C1467610:352h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:38Dunkeld & Birnam (DKD)£251One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Dunkeld
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Dunkeld among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 73 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Dunkeld:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Dunkeld costing on average £24.
Other travel options to Dunkeld take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 18m.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Dunkeld train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Dunkeld trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L87669 · C14679 | On time 9:36 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h57 | 11:33 Dunkeld & Birnam (DKD) | 1 change | |
| C14682 | On time 10:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h35 | 12:08 Dunkeld & Birnam (DKD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87683 · C14695 | On time 11:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h48 | 13:27 Dunkeld & Birnam (DKD) | 1 change | |
| L87275 | On time 13:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h33 | 15:06 Dunkeld & Birnam (DKD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83196 · C14683 | On time 13:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h58 | 16:36 Dunkeld & Birnam (DKD) | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Dunkeld
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Trains from Edinburgh to Dunkeld run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 6:32 |
Last train 22:27 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh to Dunkeld trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Edinburgh and Dunkeld 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: Edinburgh to Dunkeld train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Dunkeld 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 Dunkeld, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Dunkeld
Most Edinburgh to Dunkeld trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Dunkeld & Birnam station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Dunkeld train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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