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

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Kelso is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Kelso is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Kelso?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Kelso. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Quay Street, Buchanan Bus Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station and Galashiels Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Kelso?

No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Kelso. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Tweedbank via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Kelso?

The distance between Helensburgh and Kelso is 118 miles. The road distance is 110.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Kelso without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Helensburgh to Kelso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Kelso bus from?

Helensburgh to Kelso bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Helensburgh station.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Kelso train from?

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

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Kelso?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Kelso is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can line 206 bus and bus and line 67 bus, which costs £29 - £60 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Kelso bus arrive?

Helensburgh to Kelso bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Quay Street station.

Where does the Helensburgh to Kelso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Kelso?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Kelso is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Helensburgh 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 Helensburgh to Kelso by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Tweedbanktrain Edinburgh - Tweedbank
5h 4m
£50–90
Drive 110 mi
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1. Drive from Helensburgh to Kelsocar 110 mi
2h 15m
£27–39
Line 206 bus, bus, line 67 bus
1. Take the bus from Helensburgh station to Quay Streetbus 206
2. Take the bus from Quay Street to Buchanan Streetbus 1A / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X62 / ...
5. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Horsemarket Bus Shelterbus 67
7h 55m
£29–56

Helensburgh to Kelso by train and bus

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Distance: 117.3 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Coledale Car Park via Edinburgh Waverley, Tweedbank, and Tweedbank Station in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helensburgh station to Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Quay Street, Buchanan Street, Buchanan Bus Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Galashiels Transport Interchange in around 7h 55m.

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