What is the cheapest way to get from Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies?

The cheapest way to get from Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies is to bus via Montrose which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies?

The fastest way to get from Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dunnottar Castle and The Kelpies?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies. However, there are services departing from Dunnottar Castle and arriving at Newlands Garage via Malmaison and Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies?

The distance between Dunnottar Castle and The Kelpies is 121 miles. The road distance is 102.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies without a car is to bus and train and line 2 bus which takes 4h 27m and costs £40 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies bus from?

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

Where does the Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies.

Where can I stay near The Kelpies?

There are 905+ hotels available in The Kelpies.

Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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Bus, train, line 2 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dunnottar Junction to Co-opbus X7
2. Take the train from Montrose to Stirlingtrain
3. Take the bus from Station Hotel to Dalgrain Roadbus 2
4h 27m
£42–87
Bus via Montrose
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Co-op to Seagate Bus Stationbus X7
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival Baybus 40
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24
6h 14m
£23–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunnottar Castle to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Malmaison to Terminalbus Fly
4h 44m
Drive 102 mi
1. Drive from Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpiescar 102 mi
1h 54m
£25–36

Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies by bus, train, and foot

107Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Dunnottar Castle, Scotland and The Kelpies, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Dunnottar Castle to The Kelpies via Dundee Slessor Gardens, Malmaison, Terminal, and Newlands Garage in around 4h 44m.

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