What is the cheapest way to get from East Lothian to Dundee?

The cheapest way to get from East Lothian to Dundee is to bus which costs £11 - £18 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Lothian to Dundee?

The fastest way to get from East Lothian to Dundee is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between East Lothian and Dundee?

No, there is no direct bus from East Lothian station to Dundee. However, there are services departing from Police Station and arriving at Overgate via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between East Lothian and Dundee?

No, there is no direct train from East Lothian to Dundee. However, there are services departing from Longniddry and arriving at Dundee via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from East Lothian to Dundee?

The distance between East Lothian and Dundee is 80 miles. The road distance is 80.9 miles.

How do I travel from East Lothian to Dundee without a car?

The best way to get from East Lothian to Dundee without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 44m and costs £19 - £55.

How long does it take to get from East Lothian to Dundee?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from East Lothian to Dundee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Lothian to Dundee bus from?

East Lothian to Dundee bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, depart from Police Station.

Where do I catch the East Lothian to Dundee train from?

East Lothian to Dundee train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from East Lothian to Dundee?

The best way to get from East Lothian to Dundee is to bus which takes 3h 2m and costs £11 - £18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £20 - £55 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the East Lothian to Dundee bus arrive?

East Lothian to Dundee bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, arrive at Waterloo Place station.

Where does the East Lothian to Dundee train arrive?

East Lothian to Dundee train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dundee station.

Can I drive from East Lothian to Dundee?

Yes, the driving distance between East Lothian to Dundee is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from East Lothian to Dundee.

Where can I stay near Dundee?

There are 885+ hotels available in Dundee.

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There are 5 ways to get from East Lothian to Dundee by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from High Street to Waterloo Placebus X7 / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
2h 44m
£20–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Police Station to Waterloo Placebus X6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk092 / ...
3h 2m
£11–17
Drive 80.5 mi
1. Drive from East Lothian to Dundeecar 80.5 mi
1h 35m
£20–29
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
2h 50m
£20–55
Bus via Slateford Farm RE
1. Take the bus from High Street to Shandwick Placebus X7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Dundee stationbus Ember
3h 17m
£14–20

East Lothian to Dundee by bus and train

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Distance: 79.9 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between East Lothian, Scotland and Dundee, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Police Station to Overgate via Waterloo Place and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 3h 2m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundee hourly. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Three other operators also service this route.

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