What is the cheapest way to get from Linlithgow to Melrose?

The cheapest way to get from Linlithgow to Melrose is to bus which costs £9 - £13 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Linlithgow to Melrose?

The fastest way to get from Linlithgow to Melrose is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Linlithgow and Melrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Linlithgow to Melrose. However, there are services departing from Cross and arriving at Market Square via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Linlithgow to Melrose?

The distance between Linlithgow and Melrose is 55 miles. The road distance is 53.7 miles.

How do I travel from Linlithgow to Melrose without a car?

The best way to get from Linlithgow to Melrose without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 20m and costs £24 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Linlithgow to Melrose?

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Linlithgow to Melrose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linlithgow to Melrose bus from?

Linlithgow to Melrose bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Cross station.

Where does the Linlithgow to Melrose bus arrive?

Linlithgow to Melrose bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Princes Street station.

Can I drive from Linlithgow to Melrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Linlithgow to Melrose is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Linlithgow to Melrose.

Where can I stay near Melrose?

There are 394+ hotels available in Melrose.

Linlithgow to Melrose - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Linlithgow to Melrose by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Linlithgow to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashielstrain
3. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Abbey Car Parkbus 313 / ...
2h 20m
£25–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cross to Princes Streetbus X38
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Market Squarebus 51
4h 5m
£9–13
Drive 53.4 mi
1. Drive from Linlithgow to Melrosecar 53.4 mi
1h 7m
£14–19

Linlithgow to Melrose by train and bus

197Weekly Services

2h 20mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Linlithgow to Melrose.

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Distance: 55 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Linlithgow, Scotland and Melrose, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Cross to Market Square via Princes Street and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 4h 5m.

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