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

Markinch to Rothes - Train Timetable

The SCOTRAIL train from Markinch to Rothes departs once a day at 06:14. The journey takes about 8 hr 10 min.

From Markinch to Rothes by bus and train

To get from Markinch to Rothes in Scotland, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the SCOTRAIL train from Markinch station to Aberdeen station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the E7 bus and finally take the 36 bus from Duff Avenue, Elgin station to Kirk Place, Rothes station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 8 hr 10 min. The bus and train schedule from Markinch may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Rothes on the Moovit app.

490min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - E7E7
Bus - 3636
Walk to Rothes
Leaves from Markinch

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Markinch
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aberdeen
    113 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Adelphi, Aberdeen
    ID 639006445
    390 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - E7E7
    Wait for bus
    E7
    Inverness
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railway Station, Elgin
    ID 638053441
    114 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Duff Avenue, Elgin
    ID 638050262
    280 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Dufftown
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kirk Place, Rothes
    ID 638052632
    19 min
  • 10
    Walk to Rothes
    Walk to
    Rothes
    230 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Markinch to Rothes

The distance between Markinch, Scotland and Rothes, Scotland is approximately 271.56 km, which can typically be travelled in 490 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Markinch 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 timetable from Markinch to Rothes

To check the bus and train timetable from Markinch to Rothes using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Markinch) 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 490 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line E7, Bus line 36.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 8 hr 10 min.

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

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Aberdeen station near Markinch to Adelphi, Aberdeen station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Adelphi, Aberdeen station near Rothes in Scotland.

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

    The total travel time between Markinch and Rothes in Scotland by train and bus is about 8 hr 10 min.

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

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Aberdeen station near Markinch in Scotland.

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

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

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