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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Dunnottar Castle is to bus via Dundee which costs £17 - £26 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Dunnottar Castle is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Dunnottar Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Dunnottar Castle. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Dunnottar Castle via Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Dunnottar Castle?

The distance between Glasgow and Dunnottar Castle is 134 miles. The road distance is 125 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Dunnottar Castle without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 54m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Glasgow to Dunnottar Castle, including transfers.

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

Glasgow to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Glasgow to Dunnottar Castle bus arrive?

Glasgow to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Overgate station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Dunnottar Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Dunnottar Castle is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Glasgow to Dunnottar Castle.

Where can I stay near Dunnottar Castle?

There are 645+ hotels available in Dunnottar Castle.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Montrosetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the bus from Montrose High Street to Dunnottar Castlebus Ember
2h 54m
£46–78
Bus via Dundee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Dunnottar Castlebus Ember
4h 4m
£17–26
Drive 124.3 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Dunnottar Castlecar 124.3 mi
2h 14m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Dunnottar Junctionbus X7
4h 46m
£23–43

Glasgow to Dunnottar Castle by train and bus

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2h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 132.9 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Dunnottar Castle via Overgate and Dundee South Marketgait in around 4h 4m.

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