What is the cheapest way to get from Dundee to Dornoch?

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Dornoch is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dundee to Dornoch?

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Dornoch is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Dornoch?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee to Dornoch. However, there are services departing from Nethergate and arriving at Clydesdale Bank via Park and Ride and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Dundee to Dornoch?

The distance between Dundee and Dornoch is 220 miles. The road distance is 166.2 miles.

How do I travel from Dundee to Dornoch without a car?

The best way to get from Dundee to Dornoch without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 41m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Dundee to Dornoch?

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Dundee to Dornoch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Dornoch bus from?

Dundee to Dornoch bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Nethergate station.

Where does the Dundee to Dornoch bus arrive?

Dundee to Dornoch bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Can I drive from Dundee to Dornoch?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Dornoch is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Dundee to Dornoch.

Where can I stay near Dornoch?

There are 258+ hotels available in Dornoch.

Dundee to Dornoch - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dundee to Dornoch by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Invernesstrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Clydesdale Bankbus X99
5h 41m
£55–111
Train, bus via Perth
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Clydesdale Bankbus X99
5h 44m
£19–93
Bus via Perth station
1. Take the bus from Perth station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Dornoch Academybus Ember
6h 5m
Drive 165.3 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Dornochcar 165.3 mi
3h 11m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nethergate to Park and Ridebus M92
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Clydesdale Bankbus X99
6h 28m
£33–47

Dundee to Dornoch by train and bus

12Weekly Services

5h 41mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.5 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Dundee, Scotland and Dornoch, Scotland?

You can take a train from Dundee to Dornoch Academy via Perth, Perth station, and Inverness Union Street in around 6h 5m.

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