What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Kelso?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Kelso is to bus via Aberdeen Union Street which costs £30 - £45 and takes 7h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Kelso?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Kelso is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Kelso?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Kelso. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Galashiels Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Kelso?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Kelso. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Tweedbank via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Kelso?

The distance between Aberdeen and Kelso is 181 miles. The road distance is 166.7 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Kelso without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Kelso without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £50 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Kelso?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Aberdeen to Kelso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Kelso bus from?

Aberdeen to Kelso bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Kelso train from?

Aberdeen to Kelso train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Kelso?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Kelso is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Kelso bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Kelso bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Kelso train arrive?

Aberdeen to Kelso train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Kelso?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Kelso is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Aberdeen to Kelso.

Where can I stay near Kelso?

There are 389+ hotels available in Kelso.

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There are 5 ways to get from Aberdeen to Kelso by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Tweedbanktrain Edinburgh - Tweedbank
5h 4m
£52–127
Bus via Aberdeen Union Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to George Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X62 / ...
7h 43m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X62 / ...
7h 6m
£31–47
Drive 165.8 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Kelsocar 165.8 mi
3h 6m
£42–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Berwick-upon-Tweedtrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Street to Woodmarket Bus Shelterbus 67
5h 5m
£69–139

Aberdeen to Kelso by train and bus

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Distance: 179.6 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Coledale Car Park via Edinburgh Waverley, Tweedbank, and Tweedbank Station in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Galashiels Transport Interchange in around 7h 6m.

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