What is the cheapest way to get from Johnstone to Rothesay?

The cheapest way to get from Johnstone to Rothesay is to line 904 bus and ferry which costs £14 - £29 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Johnstone to Rothesay?

The fastest way to get from Johnstone to Rothesay is to train and ferry which takes 2h 40m and costs £14 - £40.

How far is it from Johnstone to Rothesay?

The distance between Johnstone and Rothesay is 34 miles.

How do I travel from Johnstone to Rothesay without a car?

The best way to get from Johnstone to Rothesay without a car is to train and ferry which takes 2h 40m and costs £14 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Johnstone to Rothesay?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Johnstone to Rothesay, including transfers.

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Johnstone to Rothesay - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and line 904 bus

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

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Train, ferry
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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 40m
£14–39
Line 904 bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from St Margarets Rectory to Burnlea Roadbus 904
2. Take the ferry from Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal to Rothesay Ferry Terminalferry Cm3
2h 54m
£14–28

Johnstone to Rothesay by train and ferry

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2h 40mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 33.7 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Johnstone, Scotland and Rothesay, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Johnstone to Rothesay. However, you can take the train 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 St Margarets Rectory to Rothesay Ferry Terminal via Burnlea Road, Crawford Street, Wemyss Bay Station, and Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal in around 2h 54m.

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