What is the cheapest way to get from Dornoch to Carnoustie?

The cheapest way to get from Dornoch to Carnoustie is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dornoch to Carnoustie?

The fastest way to get from Dornoch to Carnoustie is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Dornoch and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct bus from Dornoch to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Dornoch and arriving at Queen Street via Bus Station Stance 3, Park and Ride and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Dornoch and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct train from Dornoch to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Tain and arriving at Carnoustie via Inverness and Perth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Dornoch to Carnoustie?

The distance between Dornoch and Carnoustie is 199 miles. The road distance is 174.6 miles.

How do I travel from Dornoch to Carnoustie without a car?

The best way to get from Dornoch to Carnoustie without a car is to bus which takes 6h 8m and costs £25 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Dornoch to Carnoustie?

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Dornoch to Carnoustie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dornoch to Carnoustie bus from?

Dornoch to Carnoustie bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Dornoch station.

Where do I catch the Dornoch to Carnoustie train from?

Dornoch to Carnoustie train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Tain station.

Train or bus from Dornoch to Carnoustie?

The best way to get from Dornoch to Carnoustie is to bus which takes 6h 8m and costs £25 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Dornoch to Carnoustie bus arrive?

Dornoch to Carnoustie bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the Dornoch to Carnoustie train arrive?

Dornoch to Carnoustie train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Dornoch to Carnoustie?

Yes, the driving distance between Dornoch to Carnoustie is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Dornoch to Carnoustie.

Where can I stay near Carnoustie?

There are 782+ hotels available in Carnoustie.

Dornoch to Carnoustie - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dornoch to Carnoustie by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Dornoch to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park and Ridebus Uk093 / ...
6h 8m
£26–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dornoch to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain
3. Take the train from Perth to Carnoustietrain
6h 8m
£46–106
Drive 173.6 mi
1. Drive from Dornoch to Carnoustiecar 173.6 mi
3h 36m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Tain to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain
3. Take the train from Perth to Carnoustietrain
7h 21m
£56–125

Dornoch to Carnoustie by bus

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Distance: 197.5 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Dornoch, Scotland and Carnoustie, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Dornoch to Queen Street via Inverness Union Street, Bus Station Stance 3, Park and Ride, Overgate, and High Street in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cathedral Square to Carnoustie via Post Office, Tain, Inverness, and Perth in around 7h 21m.

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