What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Rothbury?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Rothbury is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Rothbury?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Rothbury is to train and taxi which takes 1h 19m and costs £65 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Rothbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Rothbury. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Retail Park via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Rothbury?

The distance between Edinburgh and Rothbury is 105 miles. The road distance is 83 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Rothbury without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Rothbury without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 19m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Rothbury?

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Edinburgh to Rothbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Rothbury bus from?

Edinburgh to Rothbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Rothbury bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Rothbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Retail Park station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Rothbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Rothbury is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Edinburgh to Rothbury.

Where can I stay near Rothbury?

There are 1208+ hotels available in Rothbury.

Edinburgh to Rothbury - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Rothbury by train, taxi, bus, or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Alnmouthtrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the taxi from Alnmouth to Rothburytaxi
1h 19m
£66–113
Drive 82.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Rothburycar 82.5 mi
1h 48m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Retail Parkbus 591
2h 7m
£46–78

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Distance: 104.3 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Rothbury, England?

National Express operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Retail Park once daily. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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