What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle upon Tyne and Dunnottar Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle. However, there are services departing from John Dobson Street and arriving at Dunnottar Castle via Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle upon Tyne and Dunnottar Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Montrose via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle?

The distance between Newcastle upon Tyne and Dunnottar Castle is 233 miles. The road distance is 212.7 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £75 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle bus from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle train from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle bus arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Overgate station.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle train arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Montrose station.

Can I drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle is 213 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle.

Where can I stay near Dunnottar Castle?

There are 671+ hotels available in Dunnottar Castle.

Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Montrosetrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen / ...
4h 6m
£75–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Overgatebus Ukn11
2. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Dunnottar Castlebus Ember
6h 59m
£29–47
Drive 211.5 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castlecar 211.5 mi
4h 5m
£52–75
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Montrosetrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
4h 40m
£65–177

Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunnottar Castle by train and bus

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Distance: 231.8 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Dunnottar Castle, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Newcastle to Montrose 4 times a day. Tickets cost £70–100 and the journey takes 3h 19m. Cross Country also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Dobson Street to Dunnottar Castle via Overgate and Dundee South Marketgait in around 6h 59m.

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