What is the cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Rothesay?

The cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Rothesay is to line 6 bus and bus and ferry which costs £13 - £29 and takes 3h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Rothesay?

The fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Rothesay is to train and ferry which takes 2h 58m and costs £20 - £55.

How far is it from East Kilbride to Rothesay?

The distance between East Kilbride and Rothesay is 49 miles.

How do I travel from East Kilbride to Rothesay without a car?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Rothesay without a car is to train and ferry which takes 2h 58m and costs £20 - £55.

How long does it take to get from East Kilbride to Rothesay?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from East Kilbride to Rothesay, including transfers.

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East Kilbride to Rothesay - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and line 6 bus

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There are 2 ways to get from East Kilbride to Rothesay by train, ferry, or bus

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Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from East Kilbride to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wemyss Baytrain
3. Take the ferry from Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal to Rothesay Ferry Terminalferry Cm3
2h 58m
£21–51
Line 6 bus, bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to West Regent Lanebus 6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pavillion Theatre to Wemyss Bay Stationbus 906 / ...
3. Take the ferry from Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal to Rothesay Ferry Terminalferry Cm3
3h 54m
£13–29

East Kilbride to Rothesay by train and ferry

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2h 58mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 48.4 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between East Kilbride, Scotland and Rothesay, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from East Kilbride to Rothesay. However, you can take the train to Glasgow Central, take the train to Wemyss Bay, walk to Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Rothesay Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Rothesay Ferry Terminal via West Regent Lane, Pavillion Theatre, Wemyss Bay Station, and Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal in around 3h 54m.

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