The average bus between Kelso and Carlisle takes 4h 15m and the fastest bus takes 3h 5m. The bus service runs several times per day from Kelso to Carlisle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 5 times a day between Kelso and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kelso is at 9:03 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Kelso to Carlisle? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Kelso to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Kelso station and arriving at Carlisle station via Galashiels Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.
Kelso to Carlisle bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Woodmarket Bus Shelter station.
Kelso to Carlisle bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Market Hall station.
The distance between Kelso and Carlisle is 84.5 km. The road distance is 131 km.
You can take a bus from Woodmarket Bus Shelter to Market Hall via Galashiels Transport Interchange in around 3h 58m.