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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle

Composite routes from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle

Cheapest
1 h 59 min
Car
169 km.
from $9
Other
4 h 35 min
126 km.
from $43.28
3 h 38 min
Train, Bus
126 km.
from $88.46

Transport providers

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
info@citylink.co.uk
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Queensferry Street to Seagate
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

Stagecoach East Scotland

Phone:
0345 241 8000
Email:
customer.services@stagecoachbus.com
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Bus Station to Dunnottar
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.96–$10.13
Bus from Seagate Bus Station to Dunnottar
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.86–$12.66

Train operators

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
customers@lner.co.uk
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Stonehaven
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.26–$151.89
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$88.60–$126.58

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Stonehaven
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$43.04–$94.93
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$29.11–$69.62

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle is to bus which costs $25 - $35.87 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Dunnottar Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle. However, there are services departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Dunnottar Junction via Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Dunnottar Castle is 186 km. The road distance is 169.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs $47.83 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle, including transfers.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs $47.83 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $35.87 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Seagate Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle is 170 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle.

Where can I stay near Dunnottar Castle?

There are 542+ hotels available in Dunnottar Castle. Prices start at $51.34 per night.
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