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

The cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Rothes is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Aviemore to Rothes is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Aviemore and Rothes?

No, there is no direct bus from Aviemore to Rothes. However, there are services departing from Cairngorm Hotel and arriving at Kirk Place via Inverness Union Street, Duff Avenue and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Aviemore to Rothes?

The distance between Aviemore and Rothes is 84 miles. The road distance is 38.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aviemore to Rothes without a car is to train and line 36 bus which takes 2h 59m and costs £23 - £55.

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

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

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Rothes bus from?

Aviemore to Rothes bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Cairngorm Hotel station.

Where does the Aviemore to Rothes bus arrive?

Aviemore to Rothes bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Aviemore to Rothes?

Yes, the driving distance between Aviemore to Rothes is 39 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Aviemore to Rothes.

Where can I stay near Rothes?

There are 371+ hotels available in Rothes.

Aviemore to Rothes - 5 ways to travel via train, line 36 bus, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Aviemore to Rothes by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 36 bus
best
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Elgin / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kirk Placebus 36
2h 59m
£24–51
Drive 38.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aviemore to Rothescar 38.5 mi
48 min
£10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairngorm Hotel to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90 / ...
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Elgin stationbus Ember
3h 57m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aviemore to Rothestaxi 38.5 mi
48 min
£130–160
Train, line 36 bus via Inverness
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Elgintrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kirk Placebus 36
3h 35m
£22–43

Aviemore to Rothes by train and bus

2Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.2 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Cairngorm Hotel to Kirk Place via Bus Station Stance 3, Inverness Union Street, Elgin station, Duff Avenue, and Bus Station in around 3h 57m.

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