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

The cheapest way to get from Kelso to Preston is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kelso to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Kelso and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Kelso to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Woodmarket Bus Shelter and arriving at Bus Station via Galashiels Transport Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Kelso and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Kelso to Preston. However, there are services departing from Tweedbank and arriving at Preston via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Kelso to Preston?

The distance between Kelso and Preston is 243 miles. The road distance is 149.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kelso to Preston without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Kelso to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kelso to Preston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kelso to Preston train from?

Kelso to Preston train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Tweedbank station.

Train or bus from Kelso to Preston?

The best way to get from Kelso to Preston is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Kelso to Preston bus arrive?

Kelso to Preston bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Halston Hotel station.

Where does the Kelso to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kelso to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Kelso to Preston is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Kelso to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2321+ hotels available in Preston.

Kelso to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 67 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tweedbank to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 17m
£75–155
Line 67 bus, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Woodmarket Bus Shelter to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus 67
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Halston Hotelbus X95
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain
5h 24m
£36–83
Drive 148.5 mi
1. Drive from Kelso to Prestoncar 148.5 mi
2h 45m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Halston Hotelbus X95
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
7h 26m
£37–73

Kelso to Preston by bus and train

108Weekly Services

5h 17mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 241.8 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Woodmarket Bus Shelter to Preston via Tweedbank Station, Tweedbank, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Woodmarket Bus Shelter to Bus Station via Galashiels Transport Interchange, Halston Hotel, and Bus Station in around 7h 26m.

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