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 which costs £9 - £20 and takes 6h 21m.

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 £21 - £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.

Is there a direct train between Aviemore and Dunnottar Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle. However, there are services departing from Aviemore and arriving at Montrose via Perth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

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 which takes 4h 3m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m 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 do I catch the Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle train from?

Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aviemore station.

Train or bus from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus via Perth, which costs £19 - £28 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle train arrive?

Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, 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 646+ 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
best
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Perthtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Perth to Montrosetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
4h 3m
£38–95
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 5 to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96 / ...
6h 21m
£10–20
Bus via Perth
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

Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle by train and bus

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Distance: 153.3 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Aviemore to Dunnottar Castle via Perth, Montrose, and Montrose High Street in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, 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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