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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Rothes is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Rothes is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Rothes?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Rothes. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Kirk Place via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Inverness to Rothes?

The distance between Inverness and Rothes is 49 miles. The road distance is 47.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Rothes without a car is to train and line 36 bus which takes 2h 8m and costs £21 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Inverness to Rothes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Rothes bus from?

Inverness to Rothes bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Where does the Inverness to Rothes bus arrive?

Inverness to Rothes bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Rothes?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Rothes is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Inverness to Rothes.

Where can I stay near Rothes?

There are 376+ hotels available in Rothes.

Inverness to Rothes - 5 ways to travel via train, line 36 bus, bus, and car

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

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

Train, line 36 bus
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to ElginInverness - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kirk Place36
2h 8m
£21–25
Drive 47.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Inverness to Rothes47.5 mi
1h 3m
£12–18
Bus, line 36 bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Bus StationE7
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationM96 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kirk Place36
2h 13m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Inverness to Rothes47.5 mi
1h 3m
£160–200
Line 10 bus, bus, line 36 bus
1. Take the bus from Falcon Sq to Bus Station10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationM96 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kirk Place36
2h 27m
£14–19

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 49.1 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Union Street to Kirk Place via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 2h 13m.

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