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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle is to bus which costs £10 - £17 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Dunbarton Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Barloan Toll via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Dunbarton Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Dumbarton East. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle?

The distance between Edinburgh and Dunbarton Castle is 58 miles. The road distance is 59.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £24 - £25.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dumbarton East takes 1h 49m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle train from?

Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £24 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £17 and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle train arrive?

Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dumbarton East station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle?

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Where can I stay near Dunbarton Castle?

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

There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dumbarton EastEdinburgh - Helensburgh Central
2h 1m
£24–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Barloan Toll915 / ...
2h 34m
£11–16
Drive 59.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle59.4 mi
1h 17m
£15–21

Edinburgh to Dunbarton Castle by train and foot

222Weekly Services

2h 1mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 57.7 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dumbarton East hourly. Tickets cost £24–25 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Dunbarton Castle via Buchanan Bus Station and Barloan Toll in around 2h 34m.

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