Day trip from Edinburgh to Dundee
Dundee lies 59 km (37 mi) north of Edinburgh, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 59 km (37 mi) apart, Dundee is a realistic day trip from Edinburgh: about 58 min each way by road.
| Edinburgh | Dundee | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 514,990 | 148,210 |
| Elevation | 66 m (217 ft) | 77 m (253 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | EH1–EH9 | DD1 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Dundee
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Staying in Dundee
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Common questions
How far is Dundee from Edinburgh?
59 km (37 mi) in a straight line, north of Edinburgh; by road roughly 72 km (45 mi).
How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Dundee by road?
About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Edinburgh and Dundee?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.