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 £24 - £35 and takes 4h 32m.

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 2h 1m and costs £25 - £40.

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 Union Square Bus Station and Barclay Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Dunnottar Castle is 116 miles. The road distance is 105.6 miles.

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 26m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m 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 Coaches Ltd, 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 26m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle.

Where can I stay near Dunnottar Castle?

There are 655+ hotels available in Dunnottar Castle.

Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle 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 Edinburgh Waverley to Stonehaventrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2h 26m
£38–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Union Square Bus Stationbus M92
4h 32m
£24–34
Drive 105 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castlecar 105 mi
2h 1m
£26–38

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunnottar Castle.

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Distance: 115.3 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Stonehaven every 3 hours. Tickets cost £29–65 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Queensferry Street to Union Square Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £19–27 and the journey takes 2h 58m.

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