What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Glenrothes?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Glenrothes is to bus via Dundee which costs £15 - £23 and takes 3h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Glenrothes?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Glenrothes is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Glenrothes?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Glenrothes station. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival Bay via Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Glenrothes?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Glenrothes. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Cupar via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Glenrothes?

The distance between Aberdeen and Glenrothes is 97 miles. The road distance is 89.5 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Glenrothes without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Glenrothes without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £40 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Glenrothes?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Aberdeen to Glenrothes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Glenrothes bus from?

Aberdeen to Glenrothes bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Glenrothes train from?

Aberdeen to Glenrothes train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Glenrothes?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Glenrothes is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Glenrothes bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Glenrothes bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Seagate Bus Station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Glenrothes train arrive?

Aberdeen to Glenrothes train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cupar station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Glenrothes?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Glenrothes is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Aberdeen to Glenrothes.

Where can I stay near Glenrothes?

There are 773+ hotels available in Glenrothes.

Aberdeen to Glenrothes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberdeen to Glenrothes by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Cupartrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
1h 58m
£40–73
Bus via Dundee
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival Baybus 40
3h 8m
£15–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival Baybus 40
2h 48m
£18–33
Drive 89 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Glenrothescar 89 mi
1h 36m
£22–32

Aberdeen to Glenrothes by train and bus

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Distance: 96.4 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Glenrothes, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Cupar every 3 hours. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Cross Country also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival Bay via Seagate Bus Station in around 2h 48m.

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