What is the cheapest way to get from Shotts to Peebles?

The cheapest way to get from Shotts to Peebles is to bus via Polkemmet Road which costs £6 - £8 and takes 3h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shotts to Peebles?

The fastest way to get from Shotts to Peebles is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Shotts and Peebles?

No, there is no direct bus from Shotts to Peebles. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Eastgate Post Office via Harthill Services and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Shotts to Peebles?

The distance between Shotts and Peebles is 51 miles. The road distance is 33.7 miles.

How do I travel from Shotts to Peebles without a car?

The best way to get from Shotts to Peebles without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 34m and costs £14 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Shotts to Peebles?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Shotts to Peebles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shotts to Peebles bus from?

Shotts to Peebles bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Harthill Services station.

Where does the Shotts to Peebles bus arrive?

Shotts to Peebles bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Shotts to Peebles?

Yes, the driving distance between Shotts to Peebles is 34 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Shotts to Peebles.

Where can I stay near Peebles?

There are 191+ hotels available in Peebles.

Shotts to Peebles - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Shotts to Peebles 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Shotts to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Eastgate Post OfficeX62
2h 34m
£15–17
Bus via Polkemmet Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Polkemmet Road to Waterloo PlaceX18
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Eastgate Post OfficeX62
3h 56m
£6–8
Drive 33.5 mi
1. Drive from Shotts to Peebles33.5 mi
44 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shotts to Peebles33.5 mi
44 min
£70–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Harthill Services to Edinburgh, Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Eastgate Post OfficeX62
2h 47m
£9–16

Shotts to Peebles by train, foot, and bus

190Weekly Services

2h 34mAverage Duration

£15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 50.8 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Shotts, Scotland and Peebles, Scotland?

You can take a bus from King Street to Eastgate Post Office via Harthill Services and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 2h 47m.

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