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 £14 - £21 and takes 3h 28m.

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 £18 - £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 Elgin station and arriving at Dunnottar Castle via Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Elgin to Dunnottar Castle?

The distance between Elgin and Dunnottar Castle is 88 miles. The road distance is 78 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 2h 59m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m 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 Ember, depart from Elgin station.

Where does the Elgin to Dunnottar Castle bus arrive?

Elgin to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Union Street 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 655+ hotels available in Dunnottar Castle.

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

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There are 3 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 Aberdeen Union Street to Dunnottar Castlebus Ember
2h 59m
£36–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Dunnottar Castlebus Ember
3h 28m
£14–21
Drive 77.5 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Dunnottar Castlecar 77.5 mi
1h 29m
£19–28

Elgin to Dunnottar Castle by train, foot, and bus

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2h 59mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 87.5 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Elgin station to Dunnottar Castle via Aberdeen Union Street in around 3h 28m.

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