What is the cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle is to bus via Pitlochry which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle?

The fastest way to get from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Aviemore and Dunnottar Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Aviemore station to Dunnottar Castle. However, there are services departing from Aviemore station and arriving at Dunnottar Castle via Perth South Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle?

The distance between Aviemore and Dunnottar Castle is 154 miles. The road distance is 89.1 miles.

How do I travel from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 2m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle bus from?

Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aviemore station.

Where does the Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle bus arrive?

Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Perth station.

Can I drive from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle.

Where can I stay near Dunnottar Castle?

There are 652+ hotels available in Dunnottar Castle.

Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Perthtrain
2. Take the train from Perth to Montrosetrain
3. Take the bus from Lloyds Pharmacy to Dunnottar Junctionbus X7
4h 2m
£40–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aviemore station to Perth stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Perth South Street to Dunnottar Castlebus Ember
5h 5m
£19–28
Drive 88.6 mi
1. Drive from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castlecar 88.6 mi
1h 51m
£22–32
Bus via Pitlochry
1. Take the bus from Station to West End Car Parkbus M10 / ...
2. Take the bus from West End Car Park to Park and Ridebus
3. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Dunnottar Castlebus
5h 13m
£19–32

Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle by train and bus

85Weekly Services

4h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 153.3 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Aviemore, Scotland and Dunnottar Castle, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Aviemore station to Dunnottar Castle via Perth station and Perth South Street in around 5h 5m.

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