If you are travelling from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport, you have four main options: coach, train, taxi or driving. The best choice depends on your budget, luggage, timings and how much hassle you want to deal with.
For most travellers, the direct Fly Coach offers the simplest balance of price, convenience and journey time.
What is the cheapest way to get from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport?
For many passengers, the coach is the most cost effective option. Fly tickets start from £9 each way, with an open return available for £18.
A seven day airport trip also changes the calculation if you are driving. Edinburgh Airport parking currently starts from £23.99 for seven days when booked in advance for Plane Parking, while other options cost more. Parking prices can change, so check the latest rate before travelling.
How do the four Dundee to Edinburgh Airport options compare?
Option
Typical journey
Luggage
Main consideration
Fly Coach
Around 80 to 100 minutes
Included
Direct to the terminal
Train
Fast to Edinburgh city centre
Good
Requires onward travel to the airport
Taxi
Around 80 to 100 minutes
Excellent
Higher upfront cost
Driving
Around 80 to 100 minutes
Excellent
Parking and fuel add to the cost
Fly runs directly from Union Street in Dundee to Edinburgh Airport, with hourly services operating day and night. You stay on the same vehicle throughout, with no changes or transfers.
Is the train faster than the Dundee airport coach?
It can be faster for getting from Dundee to Edinburgh city centre, but that is not the whole airport journey.
You still need to get from Edinburgh Waverley or Haymarket to the airport, using the tram, bus or another connection. That means handling luggage and allowing additional time.
The coach's advantage is not necessarily being dramatically faster. It is being direct.
Is driving cheaper for a week at Edinburgh Airport?
Not necessarily. Once you add fuel and seven days of airport parking, driving can quickly cost considerably more than a return coach ticket.
For a one week trip, compare the total driving cost, not just the fuel.
Can I travel free from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport with a bus pass?
Yes. Eligible Scottish National Entitlement Card holders can travel free on Fly, including people aged 60 or over and eligible under 22s. A standard £1 booking fee applies to individual concessionary bookings.
Which is the best way to get from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport?
If you want a direct, affordable journey without parking or changing transport, Fly Coach is a strong choice.
For extra door to door convenience, Fly+ Taxi can also complete the journey from your home or accommodation to the coach.
Ready to make your airport journey simpler? Book your Fly Coach from Dundee to Edinburgh Airport and travel direct to the terminal.