What is the cheapest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House?

The cheapest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House?

The fastest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Balmoral Castle and Dumfries House?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House. However, there are services departing from Crathie and arriving at Coal Road via High Street, Seagate Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House?

The distance between Balmoral Castle and Dumfries House is 183 miles. The road distance is 154.2 miles.

How do I travel from Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House without a car?

The best way to get from Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House without a car is to bus via Dundee which takes 5h 56m and costs £45 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House?

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House bus from?

Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Crathie station.

Where does the Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House bus arrive?

Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee South Marketgait station.

Can I drive from Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House.

Where can I stay near Dumfries House?

There are 557+ hotels available in Dumfries House.

Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Dundee
best
1. Take the bus from Crathie to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
5h 56m
£49–84
Drive 153.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balmoral Castle to Dumfries Housecar 153.3 mi
3h 13m
£39–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Crathie to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Auchinlecktrain
6h 25m
£69–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Crathie to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
5h 58m
£49–78

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Distance: 182.2 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Balmoral Castle, Aberdeenshire, Scotland and Dumfries House, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Balmoral Castle to Dumfries House via Crathie, Dundee South Marketgait, High Street, Seagate Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Kilmarnock Bus Station, and Coal Road in around 5h 56m.

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