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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Rothes Station is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £21 - £55 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Rothes Station is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Rothes Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Rothes Station. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Glen Grant Distillery via Union Street, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Rothes Station?

The distance between Edinburgh and Rothes Station is 211 miles. The road distance is 149.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Rothes Station without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 5h 45m and costs £25 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Edinburgh to Rothes Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Rothes Station bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Rothes Station?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Rothes Station is to train via Aberdeen which takes 5h 45m and costs £25 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Rothes Station bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Rothes Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Rothes Station is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Edinburgh to Rothes Station.

Where can I stay near Rothes Station?

There are 391+ hotels available in Rothes Station.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Rothes Station 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 Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
5h 45m
£26–111
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
6h 26m
£21–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Union Streetbus E9
5h 51m
Drive 149.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Rothes Stationcar 149.1 mi
3h 5m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
2. Take the train from Dundee to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
6h 7m
£40–152

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Rothes Station.

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Distance: 210.3 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glen Grant Distillery via Aberdeen, Elgin, Duff Avenue, and Bus Station in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Union Street hourly, and the journey takes 3h 27m.

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