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

The cheapest way to get from Portlethen to Dunnottar Castle is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlethen to Dunnottar Castle is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £23 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Portlethen and Dunnottar Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Portlethen to Dunnottar Castle. However, there are services departing from Roadside of Cookston and arriving at Dunnottar Junction via Barclay Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Portlethen to Dunnottar Castle?

The distance between Portlethen and Dunnottar Castle is 12 miles. The road distance is 9.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portlethen to Dunnottar Castle without a car is to bus which takes 56 min and costs £4 - £7.

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Portlethen to Dunnottar Castle, including transfers.

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

Portlethen to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Roadside of Cookston station.

Where does the Portlethen to Dunnottar Castle bus arrive?

Portlethen to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Barclay Street station.

Can I drive from Portlethen to Dunnottar Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlethen to Dunnottar Castle is 10 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Portlethen to Dunnottar Castle.

Where can I stay near Dunnottar Castle?

There are 640+ hotels available in Dunnottar Castle.

Portlethen to Dunnottar Castle - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Portlethen to Dunnottar Castle by bus, taxi, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Roadside of Cookston to Barclay StreetX7
2. Take the bus from Barclay Street to Dunnottar JunctionX7
56 min
£5–7
Drive 9.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portlethen to Dunnottar Castle9.8 mi
14 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portlethen to Dunnottar Castle9.8 mi
14 min
£23–29

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 12 mi
Duration: 56 min

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

You can take a bus from Roadside of Cookston to Dunnottar Castle via Barclay Street and Dunnottar Junction in around 56 min.

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