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

The cheapest way to get from Dunnottar Castle to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £18 - £28 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunnottar Castle to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dunnottar Castle and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunnottar Castle to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Dunnottar Junction and arriving at Queensferry Street via Co-op and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Dunnottar Castle to Edinburgh?

The distance between Dunnottar Castle and Edinburgh is 115 miles. The road distance is 105.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunnottar Castle to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £19 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Dunnottar Castle to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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

Dunnottar Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Co-op station.

Train or bus from Dunnottar Castle to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Dunnottar Castle to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £19 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £28 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Dunnottar Castle to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Dunnottar Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dunnottar Castle to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunnottar Castle to Edinburgh is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Dunnottar Castle to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2451+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Dunnottar Castle to Edinburgh 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
best
1. Take the train from Stonehaven to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2h 10m
£19–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Co-op to Bus Stationbus X7
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Queensferry Streetbus M92
3h 56m
£19–28
Drive 104.9 mi
1. Drive from Dunnottar Castle to Edinburghcar 104.9 mi
1h 59m
£26–37
Bus via George Street
1. Take the bus from Co-op to Bus Stationbus X7
2. Take the bus from Slessor Gardens to George Streetbus E1
4h 14m

Dunnottar Castle to Edinburgh by foot and bus

318Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 114.7 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Stonehaven to Edinburgh Waverley every 3 hours. Tickets cost £21–45 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Dunnottar Castle to Queensferry Street via Dunnottar Junction, Co-op, Bus Station, and Seagate Bus Station in around 3h 56m.

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