Alnwick
Distance from Alnwick to Rothes
The distance from Alnwick to Rothes is 258.8 miles (416.5 kilometers).
The travel time is approximately 5 hours and 12 minutes.
For the journey from Alnwick to Rothes, approximately 25.88 liters of fuel are required, assuming a consumption of 10 liters per 100 miles. Actual consumption may vary depending on the vehicle and driving style.
Route from Alnwick to Rothes
The route via Berwick-upon-Tweed, Musselburgh, Perth, Aviemore.
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29.9 mi · 40 m
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Berwick-upon-Tweed
49.5 mi · 1 h, 2 m
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Musselburgh
56.9 mi · 1 h, 10 m
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Perth
82 mi · 1 h, 47 m
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Aviemore
39.5 mi · 55 m
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Rothes
Airports near Alnwick and Rothes
Several airports are located near Alnwick and Rothes. The following overview shows the nearest airports with their distances and travel times. All information refers to the road connection from the city center to the airport.
Airports near Alnwick
- Newcastle International Airport 34.4 mi 42 m
- Teesside International Airport 74.4 mi 1 h, 33 m
- Edinburgh Airport 96.7 mi 1 h, 59 m
Airports near Rothes
- Inverness Airport 42.1 mi 1 h, 1 m
- Aberdeen International Airport 56 mi 1 h, 13 m
- Dundee Airport 126.3 mi 2 h, 34 m
Alternative travel by plane from Alnwick to Rothes
For longer distances, flying can be an interesting alternative to driving. For the route from Alnwick to Rothes, there are airports near both locations.
The following overview shows a possible flight itinerary including travel to the airport, flight time, and onward travel from the destination airport. Actual travel time may vary depending on traffic conditions, waiting times, and flight availability.
Possible flight route Alnwick → Rothes
Alnwick
- Starting point: Alnwick
- Arrival at the airport: Newcastle International Airport
- Distance: 34.4 mi
- Travel time: 42 m
Newcastle International Airport
- Check-in, baggage drop-off, and security screening: approx. 45-60 minutes
- Waiting time before departure depends on the flight schedule.
Possible flight route
- Start: Newcastle International Airport
- Goal: Aberdeen International Airport
- As the crow flies: 150.9 mi
- Estimated flight time: 1 h, 15 m
Destination airport
- Baggage claim and airport exit: approx. 15-30 minutes
- Continue to Rothes: 56 mi
- Travel time: 1 h, 13 m
Rothes
- Goal achieved
Comparison: Car journey or flight connection Alnwick – Rothes
| Option | Total distance | Total duration |
|---|---|---|
| Car / Road route | 258.8 mi | 5 h, 12 m |
| Possible flight via nearby airports | 241 mi | 4 h, 25 m |
When is a flight from Alnwick to Rothes worthwhile?
Air travel can be particularly attractive when a fast connection between the airports is available and the journey to the airports remains short.
For shorter distances, a direct car or train connection can often be more practical, as additional time for check-in, security, and baggage must be factored in.
Actual travel time may vary depending on the flight schedule, delays, traffic conditions, and waiting times at the airport and during onward travel.