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

The cheapest way to get from Rothes to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Rothes to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rothes and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Rothes to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Kirk Place and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Elgin station and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Rothes to Edinburgh?

The distance between Rothes and Edinburgh is 209 miles. The road distance is 149.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rothes to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Rothes to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rothes to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Train or bus from Rothes to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Rothes to Edinburgh is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Inverness, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Rothes to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rothes to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Rothes to Edinburgh is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Rothes to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2859+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Rothes to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rothes to Edinburgh 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
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
5h 14m
£89–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M90
7h
£26–40
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
6h 25m
£41–75
Drive 148.9 mi
1. Drive from Rothes to Edinburghcar 148.9 mi
3h 6m
£38–54

Rothes to Edinburgh by bus and train

6Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Rothes to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 208.2 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley 6 times a week. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kirk Place to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Duff Avenue, Elgin station, Inverness Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 6h 25m.

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