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

The cheapest way to get from Renfrew to Rothesay is to bus and ferry which costs £8 - £23 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Renfrew to Rothesay is to bus and ferry which takes 2h 15m and costs £8 - £23.

How far is it from Renfrew to Rothesay?

The distance between Renfrew and Rothesay is 36 miles.

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

The best way to get from Renfrew to Rothesay without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 2h 15m and costs £8 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Renfrew to Rothesay, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Rothesay?

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Renfrew to Rothesay - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, and ferry

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

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Bus, ferry
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1. Take the bus from Old Govan Road to Wemyss Bay Stationbus 901 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal to Rothesay Ferry Terminalferry Cm3
2h 15m
£8–22
Train, ferry
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 24m
£18–41

Renfrew to Rothesay by bus and ferry

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2h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 35.5 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

There is no direct connection from Renfrew to Rothesay. However, you can take the bus to Wemyss Bay Station, walk to Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Rothesay Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Drive East to Rothesay Ferry Terminal via Paisley Town Hall, Paisley Gilmour Street, Wemyss Bay, and Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal in around 2h 24m.

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