How to get from Glasgow to Rothes by bus and train?

From Glasgow to Rothes by bus and train

To get from Glasgow to Rothes in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Queen Street station to Inverness station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the 36 bus from New Elgin Road, New Elgin station to Kirk Place, Rothes station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 55 min. The bus and train schedule from Glasgow may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Rothes on the Moovit app.

295min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 3636
Walk to Rothes
Leaves from Glasgow Queen Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    460 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Inverness
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Inverness
    198 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Elgin
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elgin
    45 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    New Elgin Road, New Elgin
    ID 638050491
    150 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Dufftown
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kirk Place, Rothes
    ID 638052632
    19 min
  • 9
    Walk to Rothes
    Walk to
    Rothes
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Glasgow to Rothes

The distance between Glasgow, Scotland and Rothes, Scotland is approximately 366.81 km, which can typically be travelled in 295 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Glasgow to Rothes by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Glasgow to Rothes

To check the bus and train schedule from Glasgow to Rothes using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Glasgow) and destination (Rothes), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Rothes?

    The fastest way takes 295 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 36.

  • Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Rothes in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 55 min.

  • Which train line goes from Glasgow to Rothes in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Glasgow Queen Street station near Glasgow to Inverness station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Inverness station near Rothes in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Glasgow to Rothes in Scotland by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Glasgow and Rothes in Scotland by train and bus is about 4 hr 55 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Glasgow to get to Rothes in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Glasgow Queen Street station near Glasgow in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Glasgow and Rothes in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Inverness stop, which is closest to Rothes in Scotland.

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