How to travel from Glasgow to Dundee, United Kingdom

The distance between Glasgow and Dundee is around 130km (81 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 25m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Glasgow to Dundee by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Dundee.

  • Duration1h 40m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £22($26)
Operated by

First ScotRail Service

💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Dundee.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    £14($17)
Operated byMegabus UK+ 1 others

1 similiar route

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🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Dundee.

  • Duration1h 25m
  • Distance130km (81 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Glasgow and Dundee

There are several options for getting from Glasgow to Dundee by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £14 ($17) and will take around 1h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £15 ($18).

The distance between Glasgow and Dundee is around 130km (81 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 104km (64 miles)

It takes around 1h 40m to get from Glasgow and Dundee by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Glasgow to Dundee is to drive which takes around 1h 25m and will set you back approx £15 ($18).

The cheapest way to travel between Glasgow and Dundee, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £14 ($17) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Glasgow and Dundee. It typically takes around 1h 40m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Glasgow and Dundee with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 1h 40m.

First ScotRail Service run train services between Glasgow and Dundee. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 40m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Glasgow and Dundee. It typically takes around 1h 45m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Glasgow and Dundee with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 1h 45m.

Megabus UK, Scottish Citylink and Stagecoach East Scotland run regular bus services between Glasgow and Dundee. Buses run hourly and take around 1h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Glasgow to Dundee. We recommend that you take the train to Dundee. instead which will take 1h 40m.

The closest major airport to Dundee is Dundee Airport (DND) (DND) which is approximately 3km (2 miles) from Dundee. Edinburgh Airport (EDI) (EDI) and Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) (ABZ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Glasgow and Dundee. The distance is around 130km (81 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Glasgow to Dundee is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 40m and will usually cost around £22 ($26).

How do I get from Glasgow to Dundee

Compare travel optionsbetween Glasgow and Dundee

Transport options from Glasgow to Dundee
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 40m
£22($26)
hourly133km (82 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
1h 45m
£14($17)
every 30 mins131km (81 miles)
Bus via Halbeath, Park & Ride Arrival Bay3h 45m
£21($25)
hourly151km (94 miles)
Drive
1h 25m
£15($18)
on demand130km (81 miles)

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Airports near Dundee

The following major airports near Dundee offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

DND
Dundee Airport (DND)
Domestic Airport
Distance
3km (2 miles) from Dundee
EDI
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
International Airport
Distance
62km (39 miles) from Dundee
ABZ
Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)
International Airport
Distance
95km (59 miles) from Dundee