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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Rothes is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Rothes is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Rothes?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee station to Rothes. However, there are services departing from Seagate Bus Station and arriving at Kirk Place via Union Square Bus Station, Reiket Lane and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Dundee to Rothes?

The distance between Dundee and Rothes is 153 miles. The road distance is 105.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Rothes without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Dundee to Rothes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Rothes bus from?

Dundee to Rothes bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Seagate Bus Station.

Train or bus from Dundee to Rothes?

The best way to get from Dundee to Rothes is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Dundee to Rothes bus arrive?

Dundee to Rothes bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dundee to Rothes?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Rothes is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Dundee to Rothes.

Where can I stay near Rothes?

There are 368+ hotels available in Rothes.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Dundee 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
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to ElginGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
4h 20m
£40–86
Train via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dundee to AberdeenGlasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to ElginAberdeen - Inverness / ...
5h 8m
£21–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Reiket LaneM96
5h 22m
£31–44
Drive 104.5 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Rothes104.5 mi
2h 3m
£26–37
Bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from Police Station to Erroll StreetE11
2. Take the bus from St Peter Street to Railway StationE7
7h 27m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dundee to Rothes.

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Distance: 152.5 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dundee to Elgin twice daily. Tickets cost £35–80 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seagate Bus Station to Kirk Place via Union Square Bus Station, Reiket Lane, and Bus Station in around 5h 22m.

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