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

The cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Kelso is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aviemore to Kelso is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Aviemore and Kelso?

No, there is no direct bus from Aviemore station to Kelso. However, there are services departing from Station and arriving at Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Galashiels Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Aviemore and Kelso?

No, there is no direct train from Aviemore to Kelso. However, there are services departing from Aviemore and arriving at Tweedbank via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Aviemore to Kelso?

The distance between Aviemore and Kelso is 204 miles. The road distance is 172.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aviemore to Kelso without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Aviemore to Kelso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Kelso bus from?

Aviemore to Kelso bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Station.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Kelso train from?

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

Train or bus from Aviemore to Kelso?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Kelso is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Aviemore to Kelso bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aviemore to Kelso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aviemore to Kelso?

Yes, the driving distance between Aviemore to Kelso is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Aviemore to Kelso.

Where can I stay near Kelso?

There are 389+ hotels available in Kelso.

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There are 3 ways to get from Aviemore to Kelso by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Tweedbanktrain Edinburgh - Tweedbank
5h 16m
£66–159
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M90
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X62 / ...
6h 58m
£32–48
Drive 171.8 mi
1. Drive from Aviemore to Kelsocar 171.8 mi
3h 15m
£42–61

Aviemore to Kelso by train and bus

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5h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 202.8 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a train from Aviemore to Coledale Car Park via Edinburgh Waverley, Tweedbank, and Tweedbank Station in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station to Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Galashiels Transport Interchange in around 6h 58m.

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