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

The cheapest way to get from Selkirk to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Selkirk to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Selkirk and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Scott Monument and arriving at Surgeons' Hall. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Selkirk to Edinburgh?

The distance between Selkirk and Edinburgh is 39 miles. The road distance is 38.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Selkirk to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 33m and costs £16 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Selkirk to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Selkirk to Edinburgh bus from?

Selkirk to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Scott Monument station.

Where does the Selkirk to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Selkirk to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Surgeons' Hall station.

Can I drive from Selkirk to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Selkirk to Edinburgh is 39 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Selkirk to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2508+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Selkirk to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Selkirk to Edinburgh by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Scott Monument to Galashiels Transport InterchangeX95
2. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh WaverleyTweedbank - Edinburgh
1h 33m
£17–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Scott Monument to Surgeons' HallX95
1h 42m
£4–7
Drive 38.6 mi
1. Drive from Selkirk to Edinburgh38.6 mi
1h 1m
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Selkirk to Edinburgh38.6 mi
1h 1m
£110–140

Selkirk to Edinburgh by bus and train

166Weekly Services

1h 33mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 38.5 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

Borders Buses operates a bus from Scott Monument to Surgeons' Hall every 2 hours. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 1h 42m.

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