What is the cheapest way to get from Melrose Abbey to Montrose?

The cheapest way to get from Melrose Abbey to Montrose is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melrose Abbey to Montrose?

The fastest way to get from Melrose Abbey to Montrose is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Melrose Abbey and Montrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Melrose Abbey to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Abbey Car Park and arriving at Montrose High Street via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Melrose Abbey and Montrose?

No, there is no direct train from Melrose Abbey to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Tweedbank and arriving at Montrose via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Melrose Abbey to Montrose?

The distance between Melrose Abbey and Montrose is 125 miles. The road distance is 121.1 miles.

How do I travel from Melrose Abbey to Montrose without a car?

The best way to get from Melrose Abbey to Montrose without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £45 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Melrose Abbey to Montrose?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Melrose Abbey to Montrose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melrose Abbey to Montrose bus from?

Melrose Abbey to Montrose bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Abbey Car Park station.

Where do I catch the Melrose Abbey to Montrose train from?

Melrose Abbey to Montrose train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Tweedbank station.

Train or bus from Melrose Abbey to Montrose?

The best way to get from Melrose Abbey to Montrose is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Melrose Abbey to Montrose bus arrive?

Melrose Abbey to Montrose bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Melrose Abbey to Montrose train arrive?

Melrose Abbey to Montrose train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Melrose Abbey to Montrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Melrose Abbey to Montrose is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Melrose Abbey to Montrose.

Where can I stay near Montrose?

There are 202+ hotels available in Montrose.

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There are 4 ways to get from Melrose Abbey to Montrose 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 Montrosetrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
4h 8m
£46–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Abbey Car Park to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 51
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Overgatebus
3. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Montrose High Streetbus
6h 4m
£24–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Abbey Car Park to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 51
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Montrosetrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
4h 46m
£37–89
Drive 120.4 mi
1. Drive from Melrose Abbey to Montrosecar 120.4 mi
2h 36m
£30–42

Melrose Abbey to Montrose by foot, bus, and train

114Weekly Services

4h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.7 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Melrose Abbey, The Scottish Borders, Scotland and Montrose, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Melrose Abbey to Montrose via Market Square, Tweedbank Station, Tweedbank, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Melrose Abbey to Montrose High Street via Abbey Car Park, Edinburgh, Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee South Marketgait in around 6h 4m.

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