What is the cheapest way to get from Portlethen to Crathes Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Portlethen to Crathes Castle is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Portlethen to Crathes Castle?

The fastest way to get from Portlethen to Crathes Castle is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Portlethen and Crathes Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlethen to Crathes Castle. However, there are services departing from Roadside of Cookston and arriving at Crathes Castle via Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Portlethen to Crathes Castle?

The distance between Portlethen and Crathes Castle is 25 miles. The road distance is 14.4 miles.

How do I travel from Portlethen to Crathes Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Portlethen to Crathes Castle without a car is to train and line 202 bus which takes 2h 6m and costs £5 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Portlethen to Crathes Castle?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Portlethen to Crathes Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portlethen to Crathes Castle bus from?

Portlethen to Crathes Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Roadside of Cookston station.

Where does the Portlethen to Crathes Castle bus arrive?

Portlethen to Crathes Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Portlethen to Crathes Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlethen to Crathes Castle is 14 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Portlethen to Crathes Castle.

Where can I stay near Crathes Castle?

There are 221+ hotels available in Crathes Castle.

Portlethen to Crathes Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, line 202 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Portlethen to Crathes Castle by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 202 bus
best
1. Take the train from Portlethen to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Crathes Castlebus 201 / ...
2h 6m
£6–8
Bus, line 202 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roadside of Cookston to Union Square Bus Stationbus X7
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Crathes Castlebus 201 / ...
2h 12m
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portlethen to Crathes Castletaxi 14.4 mi
20 min
£30–40
Drive 14.4 mi
1. Drive from Portlethen to Crathes Castlecar 14.4 mi
20 min
£4–5

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Distance: 24.9 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Portlethen, Scotland and Crathes Castle, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Roadside of Cookston to Crathes Castle via Union Square Bus Station and Crathes Castle in around 2h 12m.

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