What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Rothes?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Rothes is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Rothes?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Rothes is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Rothes?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen to Rothes. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen Union Street and arriving at Kirk Place via Tesco Road End and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Rothes?

The distance between Aberdeen and Rothes is 83 miles. The road distance is 59.2 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Rothes without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Rothes without a car is to train and line 36 bus which takes 3h 51m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Rothes?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Aberdeen to Rothes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Rothes bus from?

Aberdeen to Rothes bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aberdeen Union Street station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Rothes bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Rothes bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Huntly station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Rothes?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Rothes is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Aberdeen to Rothes.

Where can I stay near Rothes?

There are 404+ hotels available in Rothes.

Aberdeen to Rothes - 3 ways to travel via train, line 36 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Aberdeen to Rothes by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 36 bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kirk Placebus 36
3h 51m
£35–62
Drive 58.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Rothescar 58.9 mi
1h 12m
£15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Huntlybus Ember
2. Take the bus from Tesco Road End to Bus Stationbus 10 / ...
3h 57m
£18–25

Aberdeen to Rothes by bus

87Weekly Buses

3h 57mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Aberdeen to Rothes.

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Distance: 82.6 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Rothes, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Kirk Place via Huntly, Tesco Road End, and Bus Station in around 3h 57m.

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