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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Kelso is to bus and line 67 bus which costs £8 - £12 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Kelso is to drive which takes 1h and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Kelso?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Kelso. However, there are services departing from North Bridge and arriving at Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Galashiels Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Kelso?

The distance between Edinburgh and Kelso is 52 miles. The road distance is 44.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kelso without a car is to train and line 67 bus which takes 2h 9m and costs £18 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Edinburgh to Kelso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kelso bus from?

Edinburgh to Kelso bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from North Bridge station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kelso bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Kelso?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Kelso is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Edinburgh to Kelso.

Where can I stay near Kelso?

There are 375+ hotels available in Kelso.

Edinburgh to Kelso - 5 ways to travel via train, line 67 bus, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Kelso by train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train, line 67 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Tweedbanktrain Edinburgh - Tweedbank
2. Take the bus from Tweedbank Station to Coledale Car Parkbus 67
2h 9m
£18–20
Bus, line 67 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Horsemarket Bus Shelterbus 67
2h 40m
£9–12
Drive 44.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Kelsocar 44.1 mi
1h
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Kelsotaxi 44.1 mi
1h
£130–160
Bus, line 67 bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X62 / ...
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Horsemarket Bus Shelterbus 67
3h 33m
£9–12

Edinburgh to Kelso by train and bus

191Weekly Services

2h 9mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.7 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a bus from North Bridge to Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Galashiels Transport Interchange in around 2h 40m.

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