Cardiff to Dundee Train
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Cardiff to Dundee by train
The journey from Cardiff to Dundee by train is 345.2 mi and takes 8 hrs 15 mins. There are 18 connections per day, with the first departure at 04:32 and the last at 16:16. It is possible to travel from Cardiff to Dundee by train for as little as £80.81 or as much as £287.47. The best price for this journey is £80.81.
| Lowest Price | £80.81 |
| Journey Duration | 8 hrs 15 mins |
| Connection per Day | London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway 18 |
| Lowest Price | London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway £80.81 |
| Highest Price | London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway £287.47 |
| First Departure | London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway 04:32 |
| Last Departure | London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway 16:16 |
| Distance | London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway 345.2 mi |
| Departure | London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway Cardiff |
| Arrival | London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway Dundee |
| Carriers | London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway |
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Find the best day to travel to Dundee by train
When travelling to Dundee by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail and Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Dundee
Compare services on board when travelling from Cardiff to Dundee by train.
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Cardiff to Dundee CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
38.89kg
Bus
41.67kg
Flight
111.11kg
Car
88.89kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Cardiff to Dundee by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Cardiff and Dundee are 38.89kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Cardiff and Dundee? By taking the train between Cardiff and Dundee you will save 72.22kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 2.78kg compared to a bus and 50kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Cardiff to Dundee?
A train ticket from Cardiff to Dundee is £243.69. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £80.81.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Cardiff to Dundee?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Cardiff to Dundee is £80.81. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Cardiff and Dundee by train?
Cardiff to Dundee is 345.2 mi.
How long does the train between Cardiff and Dundee take?
Cardiff to Dundee is on average 8 hrs 15 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hrs 46 mins.
Which companies operate from Cardiff to Dundee?
The train journey from Cardiff to Dundee is covered by 6 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry and Great Western Railway.
How many train connections per day go from Cardiff to Dundee?
Cardiff to Dundee has 18 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Cardiff to Dundee leave?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Dundee departs at 04:32. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Cardiff to Dundee depart?
The latest train from Cardiff to Dundee departs at 16:16. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Cardiff to Dundee in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £80.81 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Cardiff to Dundee by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Cardiff and Dundee is 7 hrs 46 mins.
Is there a direct train from Cardiff to Dundee?
Yes, there is a direct train between Cardiff and Dundee.
What are the CO2 emissions for Cardiff to Dundee by train?
The train journey from Cardiff to Dundee creates 38.89kg of CO2 emissions.