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

The cheapest way to get from Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Dunnottar Castle and Alnwick Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle. However, there are services departing from Dunnottar Castle and arriving at Retail Park via Nethergate and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Dunnottar Castle and Alnwick Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle. However, there are services departing from Montrose and arriving at Alnmouth via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle?

The distance between Dunnottar Castle and Alnwick Castle is 203 miles. The road distance is 187.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £60 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle?

The best way to get from Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £60 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle bus arrive?

Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee Slessor Gardens station.

Where does the Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle train arrive?

Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle.

Where can I stay near Alnwick Castle?

There are 1964+ hotels available in Alnwick Castle.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Montrose to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Alnmouthtrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
4h 47m
£64–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dunnottar Castle to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M92
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Retail Parkbus 591
6h 37m
£30–62
Drive 186 mi
1. Drive from Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castlecar 186 mi
3h 34m
£47–67
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Montrose to Berwick-upon-Tweedtrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 473 / ...
7h 36m

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Distance: 201.5 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Dunnottar Castle, Scotland and Alnwick Castle, England?

You can take a bus from Dunnottar Junction to Alnwick Castle via Co-op, Montrose, Edinburgh Waverley, and Alnmouth in around 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunnottar Castle to Alnwick Castle via Dundee Slessor Gardens, Nethergate, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Retail Park in around 6h 37m.

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