What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Rothesay?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Rothesay is to bus and ferry which costs £11 - £27 and takes 2h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Rothesay?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Rothesay is to train and ferry which takes 2h 23m and costs £18 - £45.

How far is it from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Rothesay?

The distance between Glasgow Airport (GLA) and Rothesay is 33 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Rothesay without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Rothesay without a car is to train and ferry which takes 2h 23m and costs £18 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Rothesay?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Rothesay, including transfers.

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Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Rothesay - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Rothesay by train, ferry, or bus

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Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Wemyss Baytrain Glasgow Central - Wemyss Bay / ...
2. Take the ferry from Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal to Rothesay Ferry Terminalferry Cm3
2h 23m
£18–41
Bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wemyss Bay Stationbus 906 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal to Rothesay Ferry Terminalferry Cm3
2h 48m
£12–27

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Rothesay by bus, foot, train, and ferry

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2h 23mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Rothesay.

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Distance: 32.3 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Glasgow Airport (GLA), Scotland and Rothesay, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Rothesay. However, you can take the line 757 bus to Brick Lane, walk to Paisley Gilmour Street, 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 Terminal Building to Rothesay Ferry Terminal via Bus Station, Wemyss Bay Station, and Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal in around 2h 48m.

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