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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Rothes is to bus via Inverness which costs £22 - £55 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Rothes is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Rothes?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Rothes. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Kirk Place via Union Street, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Scotland to Rothes?

The distance between Scotland and Rothes is 236 miles. The road distance is 163.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Rothes without a car is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs £29 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Scotland to Rothes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Rothes bus from?

Scotland to Rothes bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Rothes?

The best way to get from Scotland to Rothes is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs £29 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Scotland to Rothes bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Rothes?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Rothes is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Scotland to Rothes.

Where can I stay near Rothes?

There are 372+ hotels available in Rothes.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Scotland to Rothes by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to ElginGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
6h 29m
£29–103
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3Uk093
8h
£22–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
7h 22m
Drive 162.9 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Rothes162.9 mi
3h 10m
£41–58

Scotland to Rothes by train and bus

8Weekly Services

6h 29mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 234.7 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

What companies run services between Scotland and Rothes, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgin once daily. Tickets cost £25–100 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Street every 2 hours, and the journey takes 3h 22m.

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