What is the cheapest way to get from Rothes to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Rothes to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rothes to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Rothes to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rothes and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Rothes to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Kirk Place and arriving at Queensferry Street via Elgin station and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Rothes and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Rothes to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Rothes to Edinburgh?

The distance between Rothes and Edinburgh is 210 miles. The road distance is 150.3 miles.

How do I travel from Rothes to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Rothes to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £75 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Rothes to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Rothes to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rothes to Edinburgh bus from?

Rothes to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Elgin station.

Where do I catch the Rothes to Edinburgh train from?

Rothes to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.

Train or bus from Rothes to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Rothes to Edinburgh is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Rothes to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Rothes to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the Rothes to Edinburgh train arrive?

Rothes to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Rothes to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Rothes to Edinburgh is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Rothes to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2803+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Rothes to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rothes to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
5h 16m
£77–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
6h 31m
£33–72
Drive 149.5 mi
1. Drive from Rothes to Edinburghcar 149.5 mi
3h 5m
£37–54
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
5h 59m
£58–132

Rothes to Edinburgh by bus and train

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5h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 208.4 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Rothes, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley 6 times a week. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kirk Place to Queensferry Street via Duff Avenue, Elgin station, Inverness Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 6h 31m.

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