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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Dunnottar Castle is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £15 - £24 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dunnottar Castle is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Dunnottar Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Dunnottar Castle. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Dunnottar Castle via Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Dunnottar Castle?

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

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dunnottar Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Edinburgh to Dunnottar Castle, including transfers.

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

Edinburgh to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Dunnottar Castle?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dunnottar Castle is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £25 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dunnottar Castle bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Dunnottar Castle?

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

Where can I stay near Dunnottar Castle?

There are 650+ hotels available in Dunnottar Castle.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Dunnottar Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Stonehaventrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2h 14m
£37–98
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk092 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Dunnottar Castlebus Ember
4h 35m
£15–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Dundee stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Dunnottar Castlebus Ember
4h 13m
£17–25
Drive 105 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Dunnottar Castlecar 105 mi
2h 1m
£26–38

Edinburgh to Dunnottar Castle by bus and foot

126Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.4 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Stonehaven every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–90 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Dunnottar Castle via Dundee station, Dundee South Marketgait, and Dunnottar Castle in around 4h 13m.

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