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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Dunnottar Castle is to bus which costs £4 - £9 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Dunnottar Castle is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Dunnottar Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Dunnottar Castle. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Dunnottar Castle via Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Elgin to Dunnottar Castle?

The distance between Elgin and Dunnottar Castle is 88 miles. The road distance is 77.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Dunnottar Castle without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 2m and costs £29 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Elgin to Dunnottar Castle, including transfers.

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

Elgin to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Elgin to Dunnottar Castle bus arrive?

Elgin to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Dunnottar Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Dunnottar Castle is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Elgin to Dunnottar Castle.

Where can I stay near Dunnottar Castle?

There are 646+ hotels available in Dunnottar Castle.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Dunnottar Junctionbus X7
3h 2m
£29–51
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Dunnottar Junctionbus X7
3h 31m
£4–9
Bus via Aberdeen Union Street
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Dunnottar Castlebus Ember
3h 24m
£7–10
Drive 77.5 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Dunnottar Castlecar 77.5 mi
1h 29m
£20–28

Elgin to Dunnottar Castle by train and bus

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3h 2mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 88 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Dunnottar Castle via Union Square Bus Station and Aberdeen Union Street in around 3h 24m.

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