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

The cheapest way to get from Rothbury to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £12 - £27 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rothbury to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Rothbury and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Rothbury to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Queen's Head and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station and John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Rothbury to Edinburgh?

The distance between Rothbury and Edinburgh is 126 miles. The road distance is 83.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rothbury to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 38m and costs £14 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Rothbury to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rothbury to Edinburgh bus from?

Rothbury to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Rothbury to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Rothbury to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Rothbury to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Rothbury to Edinburgh is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Rothbury to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2508+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Rothbury to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 471 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Rothbury to Edinburgh 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Queen's Head to Bus StationX14
2. Take the train from Morpeth to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 38m
£14–36
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn11 / ...
4h 35m
£12–27
Drive 82.7 mi
1. Drive from Rothbury to Edinburgh82.7 mi
1h 47m
£21–30
Line 471 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Queen's Head to Bus Station471
2. Take the train from Alnmouth to Edinburgh WaverleyBirmingham New Street - Edinburgh / ...
3h 1m

Rothbury to Edinburgh by bus and train

36Weekly Services

2h 38mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124.8 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–21 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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