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

The cheapest way to get from Rothes to Dunnottar Castle is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rothes to Dunnottar Castle is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Rothes and Dunnottar Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Rothes to Dunnottar Castle. However, there are services departing from Kirk Place and arriving at Dunnottar Junction via Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station and Barclay Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Rothes to Dunnottar Castle?

The distance between Rothes and Dunnottar Castle is 99 miles. The road distance is 70.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rothes to Dunnottar Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £25 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Rothes to Dunnottar Castle, including transfers.

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

Rothes to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Rothes to Dunnottar Castle?

The best way to get from Rothes to Dunnottar Castle is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Rothes to Dunnottar Castle bus arrive?

Rothes to Dunnottar Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Rothes to Dunnottar Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Rothes to Dunnottar Castle is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Rothes to Dunnottar Castle.

Where can I stay near Dunnottar Castle?

There are 594+ hotels available in Dunnottar Castle.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Rothes to Dunnottar Castle by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeen
2h 59m
£26–50
Drive 70.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rothes to Dunnottar Castle70.2 mi
1h 22m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM96
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Barclay StreetX7
4h 9m
£24–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeen
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Barclay StreetX7
3h 38m
£21–42

Rothes to Dunnottar Castle by bus and foot

182Weekly Services

4h 9mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.8 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £13–27 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kirk Place to Dunnottar Castle via Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station, Barclay Street, and Dunnottar Junction in around 4h 9m.

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