Planning a journey south from Dundee to Edinburgh? Our private hire drivers take you door to door, with no train changes and no waiting at a bus station along the way. Every Dundee to Edinburgh transfer is met on time, day or night, whatever the weather brings.
The distance from Dundee to Edinburgh is around 58 miles, and under normal traffic conditions a private airport transfer between Dundee and Edinburgh takes between 75 and 90 minutes. The route heads south through Perth and Fife before crossing the Firth of Forth, and our drivers cover this corridor every day of the year.
| Route | Dundee to Edinburgh |
| Distance | 58 miles (93 km) |
| Travel time | Approx. 75 to 90 minutes |
| Operating hours | Available 24/7, 365 days a year |
| Pick-up | Any address across Dundee and Angus |
| Drop-off | Any address in Edinburgh and the Lothians |
| Route via | A90, Friarton Bridge, M90, Queensferry Crossing |
| Includes | Door-to-door service, free waiting time, luggage assistance |
| Saloon Car | 1 to 3 passengers, 2 suitcases |
| Executive Car | Premium comfort for business travel |
| MPV / Minivan | 4 to 6 passengers with luggage |
| Minibus | Up to 8 passengers with luggage |
All vehicles are climate-controlled, fully insured, and operated by licensed, professional drivers. Choose the vehicle that fits your group size and luggage requirements when booking.
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We collect from every corner of Dundee, from the shops along Murraygate and the Overgate Centre to quiet streets in Broughty Ferry and Monifieth further along the coast. Give us your postcode when booking and a driver will be outside at the time you choose.
Students and staff at the University of Dundee or Abertay can be collected from halls, the Perth Road area, or the West End without any extra charge for a specific building. Pickups from Ninewells Hospital, Lochee, Menzieshill, and the business units around Dundee Technology Park are just as straightforward as a city centre hotel.
Early departures for a morning meeting or a flight connecting through Edinburgh are handled the same way as any other booking, with the car outside your address at the agreed time.
The Dundee to Edinburgh Route South
Leaving Dundee, the route follows the A90 past Invergowrie and Longforgan before reaching Perth, where the road crosses the River Tay on the Friarton Bridge and becomes the M90. From here the motorway runs south through Fife, skirting Glenrothes and Kinross on its way toward the Firth of Forth.
The final stretch crosses the Firth on the Queensferry Crossing, a bridge fitted with wind shielding that keeps it open in weather that would once have closed the older Forth Road Bridge. There has been no toll on this crossing since 2008.
Weekday mornings can bring queues on the A90 near Perth and on the approach to the Queensferry Crossing, while the Edinburgh end slows during the evening rush around Barnton and Cramond. Our drivers watch live traffic updates and will use the A92 through Fife if the M90 is unusually congested, without changing your booked pick-up time.
Arriving in Edinburgh - Where We Drop You Off
Once across the bridge, the road becomes Queensferry Road into the city, and from there our drivers reach any address in the centre or the suburbs. Hotels around Haymarket, the Grassmarket, and Fountainbridge are common drop-offs, along with addresses in Tollcross, Bruntsfield, and Marchmont.
Business travellers heading to meetings near the Edinburgh International Conference Centre or offices around Lothian Road are dropped right at reception, and passengers visiting the Scottish Parliament, Holyrood Palace, or Arthur's Seat are taken straight to the foot of the Royal Mile. Waverley Station is a frequent request for onward rail connections.
Students moving into halls at Heriot-Watt University, Napier, or the University of Edinburgh are collected with the same care as any hotel guest, and residential drop-offs across Leith, Newington, and Corstorphine are covered daily. Give your full postcode when booking and the fare reflects the exact distance travelled.
Business Meetings, University Moves and Festival Trips
Corporate travellers can work through the whole journey rather than watch the clock, since the car is booked for a fixed pick-up time regardless of conditions on the M90 that day. Repeat bookings can be set up with the same driver on request for regular Edinburgh visits.
Families moving a son or daughter into student accommodation often ask which is the best transfer from Dundee to Edinburgh for a car loaded with boxes and suitcases, and the MPV or minibus options are built for exactly that kind of move. Term-start weekends are our busiest period for this route.
Anyone heading down for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in August should book early, since city centre roads around the Old Town fill up quickly during the event, and a private car avoids the crowds and closures that slow down public transport at that time of year.
What If Traffic Builds Up in Edinburgh?
The Old Town area of Edinburgh and the Festival period in August can bring slow-moving traffic into the city centre, but our drivers know the alternative approaches through Fountainbridge and the West End. There is never an extra charge for delays caused by congestion on either end.
Need the return journey?
We also provide a dedicated Edinburgh to Dundee taxi transfer service. Book both directions for a seamless round-trip experience.
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Book NowFrequently Asked Questions
How long does a taxi from Dundee to Edinburgh take?
The journey typically takes between 75 and 90 minutes, covering the A90, the M90 through Fife, and the Queensferry Crossing. Outside of rush hour most transfers complete nearer the lower end of that range.
How much does a taxi from Dundee to Edinburgh cost?
Fares depend on the vehicle you choose, group size, and the time of booking, so we do not list a fixed price here. Enter your exact pick-up and drop-off details on the booking page for an upfront quote before you travel.
Do you collect passengers from Dundee Airport as well as the city?
Yes. We cover Dundee Airport alongside any address across the city and the surrounding area, so business and private aviation passengers can book the same door to door service as anyone travelling from home.
Can I book this transfer to connect with a flight from Edinburgh Airport?
This service runs to addresses across Edinburgh city rather than the airport terminal. We operate a separate Dundee to Edinburgh Airport transfer for passengers connecting with a flight, which can be booked in the same way.
Does the Edinburgh Festival in August affect pick-up times?
No. Your pick-up time is agreed in advance and held regardless of Festival crowds, though our drivers may take a different route into the city centre if the Old Town is busy or partially closed.
Can I be picked up directly from Dundee railway station?
Yes. Dundee railway station is one of our most common pick-up points, and drivers wait in the short stay area rather than the taxi rank, so look out for your name on arrival.
Can I request the same driver for regular trips to Edinburgh?
Corporate accounts and frequent travellers can ask for the same driver to be assigned to repeat bookings wherever possible, which many business passengers find useful for regular meetings.
Can I also book the return trip from Edinburgh to Dundee?
Yes. We operate a dedicated Edinburgh to Dundee transfer as well, and you can book both directions together or add the return leg at any time before travel.
What Our Customers Say
Booked this to get from a client site in Dundee to a conference near Lothian Road. Driver was outside on time, roads were clear past Perth, and I had time to prepare notes before the meeting started.
- Fiona A., business trip to Edinburgh
Moved my son into his first year at Heriot-Watt with two guitars, a bike box, and more bags than the boot should have held. The minibus fit everything and the driver helped carry it all up three flights.
- Callum D., moving to Heriot-Watt
Four of us came down for the Fringe and the driver knew exactly which streets were closed around the Old Town. Dropped us right outside the flat in Bruntsfield with no fuss at all.
- Priya S., Fringe Festival trip
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