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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Rothes is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkcaldy to Rothes is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £30 - £50.

How far is it from Kirkcaldy to Rothes?

The distance between Kirkcaldy and Rothes is 169 miles. The road distance is 134.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Rothes without a car is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs £100 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Kirkcaldy to Rothes, including transfers.

Train or bus from Kirkcaldy to Rothes?

The best way to get from Kirkcaldy to Rothes is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs £100 - £140. Alternatively, you can train via Aberdeen, which costs £35 - £170 and takes 5h 49m.

Can I drive from Kirkcaldy to Rothes?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkcaldy to Rothes is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Kirkcaldy to Rothes.

Where can I stay near Rothes?

There are 381+ hotels available in Rothes.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kirkcaldy to Rothes by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Fishers Hotelbus M90
2. Take the bus from Fishers Hotel to Stationbus Uk093 / ...
5h 8m
£105–136
Drive 134.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kirkcaldy to Rothescar 134.1 mi
2h 40m
£33–47
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Aberdeentrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
5h 49m
£37–165
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Aberdeentrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Reiket Lanebus M96
5h 42m
£38–159
Train
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
2. Take the train from Dundee to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
5h 57m
£43–132

Kirkcaldy to Rothes by train and bus

67Weekly Services

5h 49mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kirkcaldy to Rothes.

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Distance: 167.6 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a bus from St Brycedale Road to Rothes via Park & Ride Arrival Bay, Park & Ride, Fishers Hotel, Station, Cairngorm Hotel, and The Square in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Kirk Place via Aberdeen, Elgin, Duff Avenue, and Bus Station in around 5h 49m.

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