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

The cheapest way to get from Bathgate to Rothes is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bathgate to Rothes is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bathgate and Rothes?

No, there is no direct bus from Bathgate to Rothes. However, there are services departing from St David's House and arriving at Kirk Place via Haymarket Station, School Road, Reidhaven Square and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

How far is it from Bathgate to Rothes?

The distance between Bathgate and Rothes is 228 miles. The road distance is 153.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bathgate to Rothes without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 7h 14m and costs £40 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Bathgate to Rothes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bathgate to Rothes bus from?

Bathgate to Rothes bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Haymarket Station.

Train or bus from Bathgate to Rothes?

The best way to get from Bathgate to Rothes is to train via Aberdeen which takes 7h 14m and costs £40 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Bathgate to Rothes bus arrive?

Bathgate to Rothes bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at School Drive station.

Can I drive from Bathgate to Rothes?

Yes, the driving distance between Bathgate to Rothes is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Bathgate to Rothes.

Where can I stay near Rothes?

There are 378+ hotels available in Rothes.

Bathgate to Rothes - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bathgate to Rothes 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 via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to AberdeenEdinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to ElginAberdeen - Inverness / ...
7h 14m
£42–213
Drive 152.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bathgate to Rothes152.4 mi
3h 3m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to School DriveE1
2. Take the bus from School Road to Reidhaven SquareE7
8h 26m
Train
1. Take the train from Dunblane to ElginGlasgow Queen Street - Elgin
7h 21m
£52–122
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus StationUk094
2. Take the train from Perth to ElginGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
8h 56m
£53–113

Bathgate to Rothes by train and bus

71Weekly Services

7h 14mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.5 mi
Duration: 7h 14m

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

You can take a train from Bathgate to Kirk Place via Haymarket, Aberdeen, Elgin, Duff Avenue, and Bus Station in around 7h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St David's House to Kirk Place via Haymarket Station, School Drive, School Road, Reidhaven Square, and Bus Station in around 8h 26m.

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