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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Rothes is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £21 - £55 and takes 7h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Rothes is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Rothes?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Rothes. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Kirk Place via Union Street, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Rothes?

The distance between Edinburgh and Rothes is 212 miles. The road distance is 149.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Rothes without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 6h 13m and costs £25 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Edinburgh to Rothes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Rothes bus from?

Edinburgh to Rothes bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Rothes?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Rothes is to train via Aberdeen which takes 6h 13m and costs £25 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Rothes bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Rothes bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Rothes?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Rothes is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Edinburgh to Rothes.

Where can I stay near Rothes?

There are 374+ hotels available in Rothes.

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

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

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Train via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to AberdeenEdinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to ElginAberdeen - Inverness / ...
6h 13m
£26–111
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3Uk094
7h 9m
£21–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Union StreetE9
6h 16m
Drive 148.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Rothes148.9 mi
3h 4m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to DundeeEdinburgh - Dundee / ...
2. Take the train from Dundee to ElginGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
6h 36m
£44–152

Edinburgh to Rothes by train and bus

71Weekly Services

6h 13mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 210.5 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kirk Place via Aberdeen, Elgin, Duff Avenue, and Bus Station in around 6h 13m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Union Street hourly, and the journey takes 3h 27m.

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