What is the cheapest way to get from Carter Bar to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Carter Bar to Edinburgh is to line 68 bus and bus which costs £8 - £13 and takes 3h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carter Bar to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Carter Bar to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Carter Bar and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Carter Bar to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Carter Bar Layby and arriving at Surgeons' Hall via Jedburgh Bus Station and Galashiels Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Carter Bar to Edinburgh?

The distance between Carter Bar and Edinburgh is 62 miles. The road distance is 58.7 miles.

How do I travel from Carter Bar to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Carter Bar to Edinburgh without a car is to line 68 bus and train which takes 2h 48m and costs £17 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Carter Bar to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Carter Bar to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carter Bar to Edinburgh bus from?

Carter Bar to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Jedburgh Bus Station.

Where does the Carter Bar to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Carter Bar to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Galashiels Transport Interchange station.

Can I drive from Carter Bar to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Carter Bar to Edinburgh is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Carter Bar to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2452+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Carter Bar to Edinburgh - 3 ways to travel via train, line 68 bus, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Carter Bar to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 68 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Jedburgh Bus Station to Tweedbank Stationbus 68
2. Take the train from Tweedbank to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
2h 48m
£18–21
Line 68 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jedburgh Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus 68
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Surgeons' Hallbus X62 / ...
3h 40m
£8–12
Drive 58.4 mi
1. Drive from Carter Bar to Edinburghcar 58.4 mi
1h 18m
£15–21

Carter Bar to Edinburgh by bus and train

72Weekly Services

2h 48mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 61.3 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Carter Bar, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Carter Bar Layby to Surgeons' Hall via Jedburgh Bus Station and Galashiels Transport Interchange in around 3h 40m.

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