THE SHORT VERSION
Edinburgh to Dundee at a glance.
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Edinburgh
Edinburgh's bus station is in the city centre on St Andrew Square, with coaches across Scotland and to England. Edinburgh Airport has become a secondary hub for some routes.
- Edinburgh Bus Station
St Andrew Square, very central. Citylink, National Express, Megabus and other long-distance services.
Arriving in Dundee
Ask the seller where the service ends in Dundee. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Dundee, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Edinburgh from Dundee by road?+
About 90 km by road (58 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Edinburgh to Dundee take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Edinburgh?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Edinburgh include Edinburgh Bus Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Dundee to Edinburgh?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Dundee to Edinburgh as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Edinburgh arrive in Dundee?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Edinburgh to Dundee?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Edinburgh to Dundee bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Dundee by bus?+
Direct buses from Dundee include Greater London. See all connections on our Dundee bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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