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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Dunnottar Castle is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Dunnottar Castle is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Dunnottar Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Dunnottar Castle. However, there are services departing from Forfar and arriving at Dunnottar Junction via Mackie Motors and Lloyds Pharmacy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Forfar to Dunnottar Castle?

The distance between Forfar and Dunnottar Castle is 72 miles. The road distance is 36.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Dunnottar Castle without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 2m and costs £27 - £65.

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

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

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

Forfar to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Mackie Motors station.

Where does the Forfar to Dunnottar Castle bus arrive?

Forfar to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Western Road station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Dunnottar Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Dunnottar Castle is 36 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Forfar to Dunnottar Castle.

Where can I stay near Dunnottar Castle?

There are 652+ hotels available in Dunnottar Castle.

Forfar to Dunnottar Castle - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 30 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Forfar to Dunnottar Castle by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus Ember
2. Take the train from Dundee to Stonehaventrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen / ...
2h 2m
£28–63
Bus, line 30 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Bank of Scotland to Northern Hotelbus 21A / ...
2. Take the bus from Mackie Motors to Western Roadbus 30 / ...
3. Take the bus from Lloyds Pharmacy to Dunnottar Junctionbus X7
2h 23m
£8–16
Line 30 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Mackie Motors to Western Roadbus 30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lloyds Pharmacy to Dunnottar Junctionbus X7
2h 11m
£10–19
Drive 36.1 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Dunnottar Castlecar 36.1 mi
42 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forfar to Dunnottar Castletaxi 36.1 mi
42 min
£85–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Dunnottar Castlebus Ember
2h 43m
£13–19

Forfar to Dunnottar Castle by bus and foot

147Weekly Services

2h 11mAverage Duration

£10Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Forfar to Dunnottar Castle.

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Distance: 71.5 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Forfar to Dunnottar Castle via Brechin, Mackie Motors, Western Road, Lloyds Pharmacy, and Dunnottar Junction in around 2h 11m.

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