4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Dundee
Cheapest price
£331
Average price
£388
Fastest journey
7 h 17 m
Average duration
7 h 26 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
572 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Dundee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Dundee will cost around £388 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £331.
To travel from Reading to Dundee you need to make at least 2 changes.
6:459h02Reading15:47Dundee£3311One-way1 change- 17:4518h00Reading11:45Dundee£3311One-way1 change
- 6:157h23Reading13:38Dundee£3721One-way2 changes
- 10:157h23Reading17:38Dundee£3721One-way2 changes
- 16:158h08Reading0:23Dundee£3721One-way2 changes
- 12:157h17Reading19:32Dundee£3941One-way2 changes
- 6:157h23Reading13:38Dundee£3721One-way2 changes
- 10:157h23Reading17:38Dundee£3721One-way2 changes
- 8:157h32Reading15:47Dundee£4121One-way2 changes
- 14:167h34Reading21:50Dundee£4121One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Reading to Dundee
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Dundee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, and a train costs an average of £127.
Distance: 572 km
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£128 Average Price | £85 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 50m Average total duration 16h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading to Dundee train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Dundee trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:42 Reading | 15h03 | 11:45 Dundee | 2 changes | |
| Friday 3 July | |||||
| 6:15 Reading | 7h23 | 13:38 Dundee | 2 changes | |
| 6:45 Reading | 9h02 | 15:47 Dundee | 1 change | |
| 8:15 Reading | 7h32 | 15:47 Dundee | 2 changes | |
| 10:15 Reading | 7h23 | 17:38 Dundee | 2 changes | |
| 11:45 Reading | 7h47 | 19:32 Dundee | 1 change | |
| 12:15 Reading | 7h17 | 19:32 Dundee | 2 changes | |
| 14:16 Reading | 7h34 | 21:50 Dundee | 2 changes | |
| 16:15 Reading | 8h08 | 0:23 Dundee | 2 changes | |
| 17:45 Reading | 18h00 | 11:45 Dundee | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Dundee
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Trains from Reading to Dundee run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £127 but you can travel from only £56 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 572 km distance in 7h 6m.
Distance 572 km |
Average train duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £127 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 6m |
First train 5:41 |
Last train 21:15 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country from Reading to Dundee trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Reading and Dundee from £56. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading to Dundee train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Dundee
Most Reading to Dundee trains use the Reading to Dundee station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Dundee train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Dundee leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Dundee station do trains from Reading arrive at?
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.
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