What is the cheapest way to get from Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness?

The cheapest way to get from Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness?

The fastest way to get from Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dunnottar Castle and Loch Ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness. However, there are services departing from Dunnottar Castle and arriving at Tourist Information via Aberdeen Union Street and Bus Station Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness?

The distance between Dunnottar Castle and Loch Ness is 159 miles. The road distance is 134.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 44m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness?

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness bus from?

Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aberdeen Union Street station.

Where does the Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness bus arrive?

Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Can I drive from Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness.

Where can I stay near Loch Ness?

There are 1259+ hotels available in Loch Ness.

Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Tourist Informationbus 919
5h 44m
£42–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Tourist Informationbus 919
6h 16m
£24–38
Drive 133.4 mi
1. Drive from Dunnottar Castle to Fort Augustuscar 133.4 mi
2h 40m
£33–47

Dunnottar Castle to Loch Ness by bus, foot, and train

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5h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.5 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Dunnottar Castle, Scotland and Loch Ness, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Dunnottar Castle to Tourist Information via Aberdeen Union Street, Inverness Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 2 in around 6h 16m.

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