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Trip Overview

The average bus between Rutherglen and Kelso takes 5h 44m and the fastest bus takes 4h 57m. The bus service runs several times per day from Rutherglen to Kelso. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 44m
Duration
114 mi
Distance
£36
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Bus via Edinburgh

best
  1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus bus 900
  2. Take the bus from Surgeons' Hall to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus bus X62 / ...
5h 34m
£30–46

Rutherglen to Kelso bus times

Buses run every 2 hours between Rutherglen and Kelso. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rutherglen is at 7:42 PM which arrives into Kelso at 8:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Buchanan Bus Station and take an average of 5h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 23m • 4 changes

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses11h 25m • 4 changes

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses4h 57m • 4 changes

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 4m • 4 changes

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 1m • 4 changes

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 5m • 4 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 37m • 4 changes

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 34m • 4 changes

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 50m • 4 changes

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 51m • 4 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 4m • 4 changes

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 11m • 4 changes

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 14m • 4 changes

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 7m • 4 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 4m • 4 changes

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 11m • 4 changes

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 14m • 4 changes

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 7m • 4 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 4m • 4 changes

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 11m • 4 changes

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 14m • 4 changes

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    First Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches LtdLothianBorders BusesBorders Buses5h 7m • 4 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rutherglen to Kelso? 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.

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  • Distance: 113.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Castle Street to Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Buchanan Bus Station, Shandwick Place, Surgeons' Hall, and Galashiels Transport Interchange in around 5h 34m.

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