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

The cheapest way to get from Nairn to Dunnottar Castle is to bus via Union Square Bus Station which costs £4 - £9 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nairn to Dunnottar Castle is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Nairn and Dunnottar Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Nairn station to Dunnottar Castle. However, there are services departing from Nairn Bus Station and arriving at Dunnottar Castle via Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Nairn to Dunnottar Castle?

The distance between Nairn and Dunnottar Castle is 110 miles. The road distance is 100.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nairn to Dunnottar Castle without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 26m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Nairn to Dunnottar Castle, including transfers.

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

Nairn to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Nairn Bus Station.

Where does the Nairn to Dunnottar Castle bus arrive?

Nairn to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Union Street station.

Can I drive from Nairn to Dunnottar Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Nairn to Dunnottar Castle is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Nairn to Dunnottar Castle.

Where can I stay near Dunnottar Castle?

There are 649+ hotels available in Dunnottar Castle.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Nairn to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Dunnottar Junctionbus X7
3h 26m
£38–65
Bus via Union Square Bus Station
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
4h 28m
£4–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nairn Bus Station to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
4h 2m
£16–23
Drive 99.6 mi
1. Drive from Nairn to Dunnottar Castlecar 99.6 mi
1h 57m
£25–36

Nairn to Dunnottar Castle by train and bus

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3h 26mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 109.6 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

Ember operates a bus from Nairn Bus Station to Aberdeen Union Street hourly. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 2h 44m.

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