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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Kelso is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Kelso is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Kelso?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Kelso. However, there are services departing from Market Hall and arriving at Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Galashiels Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Kelso?

The distance between Carlisle and Kelso is 82 miles. The road distance is 61.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Kelso without a car is to bus and line 67 bus which takes 3h 28m and costs £19 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Carlisle to Kelso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Kelso bus from?

Carlisle to Kelso bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Market Hall station.

Where does the Carlisle to Kelso bus arrive?

Carlisle to Kelso bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Galashiels Transport Interchange station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Kelso?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Kelso is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Carlisle to Kelso.

Where can I stay near Kelso?

There are 390+ hotels available in Kelso.

Carlisle to Kelso - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 67 bus, and car

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

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Bus, line 67 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Market Hall to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Horsemarket Bus Shelterbus 67
3h 28m
£19–27
Drive 61 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlisle to Kelsocar 61 mi
1h 20m
£15–22
Train, line 67 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Tweedbanktrain
3. Take the bus from Tweedbank Station to Coledale Car Parkbus 67
3h 51m
£51–99

Carlisle to Kelso by bus

78Weekly Buses

3h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 81.2 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Kelso, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Market Hall to Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Galashiels Transport Interchange in around 3h 28m.

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