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V&A Dundee
Striking design museum on Dundee’s waterfront with changing exhibitions, Scottish design displays and memorable river views.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montrose 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 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 41 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£7 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Montrose to Dundee trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:13 Montrose | 0h32 | 6:45 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:35 Montrose | 0h36 | 7:11 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:16 Montrose | 0h31 | 7:47 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:47 Montrose | 0h37 | 8:24 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:07 Montrose | 0h39 | 8:46 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:33 Montrose | 0h33 | 9:06 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:58 Montrose | 0h32 | 9:30 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:18 Montrose | 0h39 | 9:57 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:41 Montrose | 0h31 | 10:12 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:20 Montrose | 0h31 | 10:51 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:33 Montrose | 0h33 | 11:06 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:16 Montrose | 0h40 | 11:56 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:37 Montrose | 0h31 | 12:08 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:21 Montrose | 0h30 | 12:51 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:45 Montrose | 0h30 | 13:15 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:18 Montrose | 0h39 | 13:57 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:44 Montrose | 0h33 | 14:17 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:23 Montrose | 0h30 | 14:53 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:39 Montrose | 0h31 | 15:10 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:09 Montrose | 0h39 | 15:48 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:33 Montrose | 0h34 | 16:07 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:12 Montrose | 0h31 | 16:43 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:48 Montrose | 0h35 | 17:23 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:05 Montrose | 0h39 | 17:44 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:57 Montrose | 0h43 | 18:40 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:21 Montrose | 0h33 | 18:54 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:59 Montrose | 0h33 | 19:32 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:12 Montrose | 0h33 | 19:45 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:54 Montrose | 0h34 | 20:28 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:19 Montrose | 0h40 | 20:59 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:48 Montrose | 0h31 | 21:19 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:08 Montrose | 0h38 | 21:46 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:21 Montrose | 0h38 | 21:59 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:38 Montrose | 0h31 | 22:09 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:13 Montrose | 0h32 | 22:45 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Montrose to Dundee run on average 7 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 31m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 23:39 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Dundee Station -> City Square, Dundee
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montrose 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.

Most Montrose to Dundee trains use the Montrose to Dundee station pair, with some services arriving at Broughty Ferry. Use this guide to compare Montrose and Dundee train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Montrose is 1 km from Montrose city centre. Public transport options include:
Montrose has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Montrose.
Ticket office support is available at Montrose. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montrose: Parking, WC.
Available at Montrose: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montrose: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 6, 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: Yes.
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 options are available at Dundee.
Wi-Fi is available at Dundee.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dundee: Parking, WC.
Available at Dundee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Broughty Ferry is 5 km from Dundee city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Broughty Ferry.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Broughty Ferry: Parking.
Available at Broughty Ferry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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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