What is the cheapest way to get from Fort William to Kelso?

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Kelso is to bus via Edinburgh which costs £30 - £45 and takes 7h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort William to Kelso?

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Kelso is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Kelso?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William to Kelso. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Galashiels Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Kelso?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Kelso. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Tweedbank via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Fort William to Kelso?

The distance between Fort William and Kelso is 201 miles. The road distance is 177.5 miles.

How do I travel from Fort William to Kelso without a car?

The best way to get from Fort William to Kelso without a car is to bus via Edinburgh which takes 7h 27m and costs £30 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Fort William to Kelso?

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Fort William to Kelso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Kelso bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Fort William to Kelso train from?

Fort William to Kelso train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Fort William station.

Train or bus from Fort William to Kelso?

The best way to get from Fort William to Kelso is to bus via Edinburgh which takes 7h 27m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £120 and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Fort William to Kelso bus arrive?

Fort William to Kelso bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at George Street station.

Where does the Fort William to Kelso train arrive?

Fort William to Kelso train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Kelso?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Kelso is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Fort William to Kelso.

Where can I stay near Kelso?

There are 390+ hotels available in Kelso.

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There are 4 ways to get from Fort William to Kelso by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Edinburgh
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1. Take the bus from Fort William to George Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X62 / ...
7h 27m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Tweedbanktrain Edinburgh - Tweedbank
7h 41m
£69–116
Drive 176.4 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Kelsocar 176.4 mi
3h 31m
£43–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 913
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X62 / ...
8h 4m
£44–76

Fort William to Kelso by bus

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Distance: 199.9 mi
Duration: 7h 27m

What companies run services between Fort William, Scotland and Kelso, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Fort William to Horsemarket Bus Shelter via George Street, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Galashiels Transport Interchange in around 7h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fort William to Coledale Car Park via Edinburgh Waverley, Tweedbank, and Tweedbank Station in around 7h 41m.

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