What is the cheapest way to get from Dunoon to Rothesay?

The cheapest way to get from Dunoon to Rothesay is to line 478 bus and line 490 bus which costs £5 - £8 and takes 2h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunoon to Rothesay?

The fastest way to get from Dunoon to Rothesay is to ferry and line 901 bus which takes 1h 54m and costs £11 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dunoon and Rothesay?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunoon to Rothesay. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Guildford Square via Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Dunoon to Rothesay?

The distance between Dunoon and Rothesay is 20 miles.

How do I travel from Dunoon to Rothesay without a car?

The best way to get from Dunoon to Rothesay without a car is to ferry and line 901 bus which takes 1h 54m and costs £11 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Dunoon to Rothesay?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Dunoon to Rothesay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunoon to Rothesay bus from?

Dunoon to Rothesay bus services, operated by West Coast Motors, depart from Ferry Terminal station.

Where does the Dunoon to Rothesay bus arrive?

Dunoon to Rothesay bus services, operated by West Coast Motors, arrive at Ferry Terminal station.

Where can I stay near Rothesay?

There are 465+ hotels available in Rothesay.

Dunoon to Rothesay - 2 ways to travel via ferry, line 901 bus, and line 478 bus

There are 2 ways to get from Dunoon to Rothesay by ferry or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, line 901 bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to Gourock Ferry TerminalCm1
2. Take the bus from Gourock Rail Station to Wemyss Bay Station901
3. Take the ferry from Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal to Rothesay Ferry TerminalCm3
1h 54m
£12–36
Line 478 bus, line 490 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Ferry Terminal478
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Guildford Square490 / ...
2h 16m
£5–7

Dunoon to Rothesay by ferry and bus

188Weekly Services

1h 54mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dunoon to Rothesay.

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Distance: 20.4 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Dunoon, Scotland and Rothesay, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Guildford Square via Ferry Terminal and Ferry Terminal in around 2h 16m.

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