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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Kelso is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Kelso is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Kelso?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith to Kelso. However, there are services departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Galashiels Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Penrith to Kelso?

The distance between Penrith and Kelso is 171 miles. The road distance is 80 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Kelso without a car is to train and line 67 bus which takes 4h 11m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Penrith to Kelso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Kelso bus from?

Penrith to Kelso bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Halston Hotel station.

Where does the Penrith to Kelso bus arrive?

Penrith to Kelso bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Galashiels Transport Interchange station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Kelso?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Kelso is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Penrith to Kelso.

Where can I stay near Kelso?

There are 390+ hotels available in Kelso.

Penrith to Kelso - 3 ways to travel via train, line 67 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Penrith to Kelso by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 67 bus
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Tweedbanktrain
3. Take the bus from Tweedbank Station to Coledale Car Parkbus 67
4h 11m
£63–109
Drive 79.5 mi
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1. Drive from Penrith to Kelsocar 79.5 mi
1h 39m
£20–28
Bus, line 67 bus
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Horsemarket Bus Shelterbus 67
4h 45m
£25–39

Penrith to Kelso by train and bus

76Weekly Services

4h 11mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.2 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Carlisle, Halston Hotel, and Galashiels Transport Interchange in around 4h 45m.

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