Dundee is approximately 65 miles from Aberdeen Airport, as can be reached by taxi, train or bus:
Taxis are available outside the airport terminal – there is a fixed fare to Dundee which is approximately £130. This option is the quickest, but most expensive method of transport. If there are two or more students travelling together this may provide a cost-effective option.
There are regular direct trains from Aberdeen to Dundee. All trains to Glasgow or Edinburgh stop at Dundee.
The journey takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes, and the cost of a standard single fare from Aberdeen to Dundee is £22.60.
Dyce Station is closer to the airport, but there are far fewer trains from there. We recommend that you travel into the city to Aberdeen station.
Buses operated by First and Stagecoach run to the city centre. Get off at the bus station which is opposite the railway station. Evening and weekend buses are less frequent, so check the airport website for details. The fare is approximately £1.30.
A taxi from Aberdeen Airport to the city will cost approximately £14 depending on the time of day. These are available from outside the terminal.
The journey time is approximately 90 minutes.
There are regular buses from Aberdeen Guild Street Bus Station in Edinburgh to Dundee Bus Station. The buses run between 06.15 and 19.15 and the journey takes 1 hours and 20 mins. The cost of a standard single fare from Edinburgh to Dundee is £12.00.
Taxis are available outside the railway and bus stations, the fare is £5.00 - £7.00 to University accommodation. You can also call on the numbers below:
Dundee Taxi Firm 505050 Ltd telephone: 01382 505050
Dundee Taxi Firm Tele Taxis telephone: 01382 669333
Visit the main University website for full travel information.