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

The cheapest way to get from Kelso to Hamilton is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kelso to Hamilton is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Kelso and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct bus from Kelso to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Woodmarket Bus Shelter and arriving at Portland Park via Galashiels Transport Interchange, Edinburgh, Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Kelso to Hamilton?

The distance between Kelso and Hamilton is 88 miles. The road distance is 77.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kelso to Hamilton without a car is to line 67 bus and train which takes 3h 46m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Kelso to Hamilton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kelso to Hamilton bus from?

Kelso to Hamilton bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Galashiels Transport Interchange station.

Where does the Kelso to Hamilton bus arrive?

Kelso to Hamilton bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kelso to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Kelso to Hamilton is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Kelso to Hamilton.

Where can I stay near Hamilton?

There are 1288+ hotels available in Hamilton.

Kelso to Hamilton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 67 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kelso to Hamilton by bus, train, or car

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Line 67 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Woodmarket Bus Shelter to Tweedbank Stationbus 67
2. Take the train from Tweedbank to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Motherwelltrain
3h 46m
£31–62
Drive 77.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kelso to Hamiltoncar 77.4 mi
1h 46m
£19–28
Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X62 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090 / ...
5h 53m
£23–47
Line 67 bus, train via Bellshill
1. Take the bus from Woodmarket Bus Shelter to Tweedbank Stationbus 67
2. Take the train from Tweedbank to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bellshilltrain
4h 21m
£38–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X62 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Maxim Business Parkbus 900
6h 33m
£26–42

Kelso to Hamilton by bus and train

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3h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 87.7 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Woodmarket Bus Shelter to Portland Park via Galashiels Transport Interchange, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 53m.

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