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

The cheapest way to get from Portree to Dunnottar Castle is to bus which costs £45 - £70 and takes 8h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portree to Dunnottar Castle is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Portree and Dunnottar Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Portree to Dunnottar Castle. However, there are services departing from Somerled Square and arriving at Dunnottar Junction via Bus Station Stance 4, Union Square Bus Station and Barclay Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

How far is it from Portree to Dunnottar Castle?

The distance between Portree and Dunnottar Castle is 239 miles. The road distance is 223.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portree to Dunnottar Castle without a car is to taxi and train which takes 6h 52m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Portree to Dunnottar Castle, including transfers.

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

Portree to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Somerled Square station.

Where does the Portree to Dunnottar Castle bus arrive?

Portree to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Portree to Dunnottar Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Portree to Dunnottar Castle is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Portree to Dunnottar Castle.

Where can I stay near Dunnottar Castle?

There are 672+ hotels available in Dunnottar Castle.

Portree to Dunnottar Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Portree to Dunnottar Castle by taxi, 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.

Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Portree to Kyle of Lochalshtaxi
2. Take the train from Kyle of Lochalsh to Invernesstrain
3. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain
6h 52m
£118–186
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to King Streetbus 917
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
8h 40m
£24–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeentrain
7h 26m
£39–78
Drive 222 mi
1. Drive from Portree to Dunnottar Castlecar 222 mi
4h 25m
£55–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
8h 39m
£47–68

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portree to Dunnottar Castle.

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Distance: 237.3 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Somerled Square to Dunnottar Castle via Bus Station Stance 4, Union Square Bus Station, Barclay Street, and Dunnottar Junction in around 8h 39m.

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