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

The cheapest way to get from Ballater to Kelso is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballater to Kelso is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Ballater and Kelso?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballater to Kelso. However, there are services departing from Ballater and arriving at Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Nethergate, Edinburgh, Bus Station and Galashiels Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Ballater to Kelso?

The distance between Ballater and Kelso is 180 miles. The road distance is 155.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballater to Kelso without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 57m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Ballater to Kelso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballater to Kelso bus from?

Ballater to Kelso bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Ballater station.

Where does the Ballater to Kelso bus arrive?

Ballater to Kelso bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee South Marketgait station.

Can I drive from Ballater to Kelso?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballater to Kelso is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Ballater to Kelso.

Where can I stay near Kelso?

There are 389+ hotels available in Kelso.

Ballater to Kelso - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Tweedbanktrain
6h 57m
£41–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballater to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M92
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X62 / ...
7h 18m
£31–46
Drive 154.9 mi
1. Drive from Ballater to Kelsocar 154.9 mi
3h 5m
£39–56

Ballater to Kelso by bus and train

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6h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Ballater to Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Dundee South Marketgait, Nethergate, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Galashiels Transport Interchange in around 7h 18m.

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