What is the cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Kelso?

The cheapest way to get from East Kilbride to Kelso is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Kelso?

The fastest way to get from East Kilbride to Kelso is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between East Kilbride and Kelso?

No, there is no direct bus from East Kilbride to Kelso. However, there are services departing from St Brides Church and arriving at Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Buchanan Bus Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station and Galashiels Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from East Kilbride to Kelso?

The distance between East Kilbride and Kelso is 100 miles. The road distance is 88.1 miles.

How do I travel from East Kilbride to Kelso without a car?

The best way to get from East Kilbride to Kelso without a car is to line 201 bus and train which takes 5h 9m and costs £40 - £75.

How long does it take to get from East Kilbride to Kelso?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from East Kilbride to Kelso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Kilbride to Kelso bus from?

East Kilbride to Kelso bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the East Kilbride to Kelso bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from East Kilbride to Kelso?

Yes, the driving distance between East Kilbride to Kelso is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from East Kilbride to Kelso.

Where can I stay near Kelso?

There are 389+ hotels available in Kelso.

East Kilbride to Kelso - 4 ways to travel via train, line 201 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from East Kilbride to Kelso by bus, train, or car

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Line 201 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from St Brides Church to Gardensidebus 201
2. Take the train from Bellshill to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Tweedbanktrain
5h 9m
£40–71
Drive 87.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Kilbride to Kelsocar 87.6 mi
1h 38m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk090 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X62 / ...
6h 27m
£25–50
Bus via Maxim Business Park
1. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X62 / ...
6h 27m
£29–46

East Kilbride to Kelso by bus and train

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5h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 99.9 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between East Kilbride, Scotland and Kelso, Scotland?

You can take a bus from St Brides Church to Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Buchanan Street, Buchanan Bus Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Galashiels Transport Interchange in around 6h 27m.

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