Living in Broughty Ferry
Broughty Ferry offers various modes of transport infrastructure for an easy commute to different places. Rail, bus, road, air, and limited ferry services support daily commuting and long-distance travel.
Trains
Broughty Ferry Railway Station, located on Gray Street, is managed by ScotRail and offers direct connections to:
- Dundee – 7 minutes
- Aberdeen – 1 hour 15 minutes
- Edinburgh Waverley – 1 hour 20 minutes
- Glasgow Queen Street – 1 hour 40 minutes
Frequent services make it ideal for commuters, with connections to the East Coast Mainline via Dundee. Tickets can be purchased online or at the station, with smart ticketing options available.
Buses
Buses in Broughty Ferry have frequent routes and are managed by Xplore Dundee and Stagecoach East Scotland buses, with stops along Brook Street, Gray Street, and Fort Street. The main routes that the bus travels on are as follows:
- Route 5: Connects Broughty Ferry to Dundee city centre and Ninewells Hospital
- Routes 73/78: Links to Monifieth, Arbroath, and Carnoustie
- FLY Service: Provides access to Edinburgh Airport via Dundee
Real-time bus updates are available via apps, and smart ticketing is supported. Buses run frequently, with services every 10–15 minutes during peak hours.
Roads
Broughty Ferry is easily accessible via the A92 coastal road. The road connects to major cities like:
- Dundee city centre (4 miles, 10 minutes by car)
- Arbroath (12 miles)
- St Andrews (20 miles via the Tay Road Bridge)
The A90, reachable within 10 minutes, links to Perth (25 miles) and Aberdeen (65 miles). On-street parking is available, with public car parks near the High Street and the beach. Electric vehicle charging points are located at key spots like Brook Street.
Airport
Dundee Airport is the nearest airport, located 6 miles west of Broughty Ferry. Travel time to the airport is approximately 15 minutes by car or 25 minutes by bus.
It offers scheduled flights to:
- London Heathrow (daily service by Loganair)
For international travel, Edinburgh Airport (58 miles) is the nearest major hub, accessible in 1 hour 15 minutes by car or 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport.
- Airlines: Includes British Airways, easyJet, Ryanair, Emirates, KLM
- Destinations: Over 150, including:
- UK cities: London, Manchester, Bristol
- Europe: Amsterdam, Paris, Barcelona, Rome
- North America & Middle East: New York, Doha, Dubai
Cycling and Walking in Broughty Ferry
Broughty Ferry is pedestrian- and cyclist-friendly, with dedicated infrastructure supporting active travel.
Walking: The esplanade and Dundee Green Circular offer scenic walking routes, with signposted paths linking the beach, castle, and High Street. Pedestrian-friendly zones around Brook Street enhance accessibility.
Cycling: Segregated cycle lanes along Dundee Road and the esplanade connect to Dundee’s wider network, including NCN Route 77. Bike hire and secure shelters are available near the railway station and the High Street.
