Trains from Birmingham to Dundee

  • Lowest price from £103.20
  • Average duration 5h 41m
  • Connections per day 8
  • Distance 449 km
  • CO₂ per person 6 kg

train from Birmingham to Dundee

The journey from Birmingham to Dundee is about 449 km. On average a train trip takes 5h 41m with 8 connections per day.

Lowest price £103.20
Trip duration 5h 41m
Connections per day 8
Lowest price £103.20
Highest price £186.40
First departure 08:48 AM
Last departure 06:07 PM
Distance 449 km
Departure Birmingham
Arrival Dundee
Travel operator West Midlands Railway, fake_bus
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How can I get the cheapest train tickets to travel from Birmingham to Dundee?

When you're traveling from Birmingham to Dundee, you can expect to pay an average of approximately £176.00. You might be able to find prices as low as £103.20, but it all depends on how you travel. Some forms of transport are cheaper than others, and prices will vary according to time of day, day of the week, season, and other factors. For the cheapest train tickets, make your reservation well in advance. If you can, travel at an off-peak time, as train ticket prices will often be reduced. You might also be able to save money by booking a connecting journey, rather than a direct route. Be sure to check the conditions of the ticket before booking, as sometimes cheaper train tickets cannot be changed or refunded. Use Virail to check your options before booking, to ensure that you find the lowest price for your journey.
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When you're traveling from Birmingham to Dundee, you can expect to pay an average of approximately £176.00. Some forms of transport are cheaper than others, and prices will vary according to time of day, day of the week, season, and other factors. For the cheapest train tickets, make your reservation well in advance. If you can, travel at an off-peak time, as train ticket prices will often be reduced. You might also be able to save money by booking a connecting journey, rather than a direct route. Be sure to check the conditions of the ticket before booking, as sometimes cheaper train tickets cannot be changed or refunded. Use Virail to check your options before booking, to ensure that you find the lowest price for your journey.

How long will it take me to travel from Birmingham to Dundee by train?

The distance between Birmingham and Dundee is approximately 449 km. In general, it will take you about 5h 41m to complete the journey between the two cities. However, it is important to remember that journey times may vary according to a number of factors, including seasonal weather conditions, local events or diversions. Keep this in mind if you are intending to make a later connection, and always plan accordingly. The journey between Birmingham and Dundee runs for about 449 km and usually takes approximately 5h 41m. However, this figure is an average and will vary according to a number of factors. Depending on the method of transport that you choose, you might be able to arrive in less time. The shortest time in which you can complete this journey is 5h 16m. If you are trying to get from Birmingham to Dundee as quickly as possible, look for express routes or non-stopping services. Direct routes are not always the fastest way to travel. At times, you may even find a quicker route that involves a connection in another city.

When do the first and last departures from Birmingham to Dundee leave?

The first daily departure from Birmingham to Dundee leaves at 08:48 AM, while the last journey of the day sets out at 06:07 PM. These are according to the standard schedules for the route between Birmingham and Dundee. However, different providers' timetables can vary from day to day or month to month, so these particular departures may not be available every day. Some providers may change their schedules on public holidays and weekends, or during the summer months. Check your travel dates when making your booking. In general, the first departure of the night will leave Birmingham at 08:48 AM, and the last departure will leave at 06:07 PM. However, it is important to remember that this is general information, and these journey times are not necessarily available every day. Timetables for each provider on the route from Birmingham to Dundee can change from day to day or month to month. In particular, many providers offer different schedules on weekdays and weekends. Public holidays, local events, and seasonal timetables can also cause schedules to change.

What are the stations on the Birmingham to Dundee route?

In Birmingham, departure stations include . When you arrive in Dundee, you may be able to disembark at stations such as . Remember though that the exact stations served on each route can vary. Different providers may depart from and arrive at different stations. Furthermore, if you travel on an express service, the number of stations may be limited, and the exact stations served on a particular route may vary at different times of day or day of the week. Check in advance to ensure that you are departing from and arriving at a station that is convenient for your journey.

How many journeys from Birmingham to Dundee are there every day?

On average, there are 8 daily departures from Birmingham to Dundee. However, there may be more or less on different days. Providers' timetables can change on certain days of the week or public holidays, and many also vary at particular times of year. Some providers change their schedules during the summer season, for example. At very busy times, there may be up to departures each day. The providers that travel along this route include , and each operates according to their own specific schedules. As a traveler, you may prefer a direct journey, or you may not mind making changes and connections. If you have heavy suitcases, a direct journey could be best; otherwise, you might be able to save money and enjoy more flexibility by making a change along the way. Every day, there are an average of 0 departures from Birmingham which travel directly to Dundee. There are 8 journeys with one change or more. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Birmingham to Dundee. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.

Cross Country31.43 kg CO₂
12:03Birmingham new street
7h 28m
19:31Dundee - Seagate
£70.20
direct
Cross Country31.43 kg CO₂
10:03Birmingham new street
7h 9m
17:37Dundee - Seagate
£186.40
1 changes
Cross Country31.43 kg CO₂
16:03Birmingham new street
7h 30m
00:20Dundee - Seagate
£186.40
1 changes

Carriers on this route

Learn more about carriers on this route.

London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a train operating company in the United Kingdom that operates intercity services on the "East Coast Main Line" between London, Yorkshire, the North East and Scotland. It was formed in 2018 as a result of the UK government's decision to terminate the franchise of Virgin Trains East Coast. LNER is owned by the Department for Transport and managed by the operator of the East Coast Partnership, a joint venture between infrastructure company Network Rail and train operator FirstGroup. LNER operates a fleet of electric and diesel trains, including the Azuma, which is the fastest train in the UK.
West Midlands Railway is a train operating company that provides passenger services across the West Midlands region of England.The West Midlands Trains consortium, composed of Abellio, JR East, and Mitsui, won the franchise for the region, leading to the establishment of the service in 2017. The West Midlands Railway offers a variety of services, including longer distance services to cities like London and Liverpool as well as local and regional trains.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 31.43kg
bus 33.67kg
flight 89.8kg
carpool 71.84kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Birmingham to Dundee?

The train journey between Birmingham and Dundee emits 31.43kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Birmingham and Dundee?

Taking the train between Birmingham and Dundee saves 58.37kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 2.24kg compared to the bus and 40.41kg compared to the car.

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