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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £16 - £26 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £25 - £40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle. However, there are services departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Dunnottar Castle via Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Dunnottar Castle is 110 miles. The road distance is 105.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 52m and costs £28 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle, including transfers.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle.

Where can I stay near Dunnottar Castle?

There are 655+ hotels available in Dunnottar Castle.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Montrosetrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the bus from Lloyds Pharmacy to Dunnottar Junctionbus X7
2h 52m
£28–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Dundee stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Dunnottar Castlebus Ember
4h 12m
£17–25
Drive 104.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castlecar 104.6 mi
1h 59m
£26–37
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk092 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Dunnottar Castlebus Ember
4h 36m
£17–26

Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle by foot, train, and bus

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2h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 109.2 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Dunnottar Castle, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle via Queensferry Street, Dundee station, and Dundee South Marketgait in around 4h 12m.

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