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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Edinburgh to Rothes

Cheapest
3 h 1 min
Car
240 km.
from $13
Other
6 h 46 min
174 km.
from $137.26
7 h 10 min
174 km.
from $172.15

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$26.58–$36.71

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 48m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$75.95

Park's of Hamilton

Phone:
01698 653164
Email:
Website:
parksofhamilton.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$253.16
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundee
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.63–$113.92

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$107.59–$164.55
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundee
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$75.95–$113.92

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$107.59
Train from Aberdeen to Elgin
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$55.69
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundee
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.05–$51.90
Train from Dundee to Elgin
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$50.63–$113.92

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Rothes is to bus which costs $40.22 - $59.78 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Rothes is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $47.83 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Rothes?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Rothes. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Kirk Place via Bus Station Stance 5, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Rothes?

The distance between Edinburgh and Rothes is 339 km. The road distance is 241 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Rothes without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 6h 46m and costs $70.65 - $271.74 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Edinburgh to Rothes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Rothes bus from?

Edinburgh to Rothes bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Rothes?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Rothes is to train via Aberdeen which takes 6h 46m and costs $70.65 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40.22 - $59.78 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Rothes bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Rothes bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Inverness Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Rothes?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Rothes is 241 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Edinburgh to Rothes.

Where can I stay near Rothes?

There are 333+ hotels available in Rothes. Prices start at $63.38 per night.
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