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

The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Rothesay is to line 26 bus and bus and ferry which costs £8 - £23 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paisley to Rothesay is to train and ferry which takes 2h 12m and costs £13 - £40.

How far is it from Paisley to Rothesay?

The distance between Paisley and Rothesay is 31 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Rothesay without a car is to train and ferry which takes 2h 12m and costs £13 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Paisley to Rothesay, including transfers.

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Paisley to Rothesay - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, line 26 bus, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Paisley 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 12m
£13–36
Line 26 bus, bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stock Street to Bus Stationbus 26
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wemyss Bay Stationbus 906 / ...
3. Take the ferry from Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal to Rothesay Ferry Terminalferry Cm3
3h 37m
£8–22

Paisley to Rothesay by train and ferry

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2h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 30.4 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

There is no direct connection from Paisley to Rothesay. However, you can 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 Stock Street to Rothesay Ferry Terminal via Bus Station, Wemyss Bay Station, and Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal in around 3h 37m.

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