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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Kelso?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Kelso. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Club Britannia and Galashiels Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Kelso?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Kelso. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Tweedbank via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Preston to Kelso?

The distance between Preston and Kelso is 243 miles. The road distance is 149.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Kelso without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Preston to Kelso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Kelso bus from?

Preston to Kelso bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Kelso train from?

Preston to Kelso train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Kelso?

The best way to get from Preston to Kelso is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Preston to Kelso bus arrive?

Preston to Kelso bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to Kelso train arrive?

Preston to Kelso train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Preston to Kelso?

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

Where can I stay near Kelso?

There are 387+ hotels available in Kelso.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Tweedbanktrain Edinburgh - Tweedbank
5h 3m
£80–148
Train, bus, line 67 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
3. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Horsemarket Bus Shelterbus 67
5h 36m
£35–81
Drive 148.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Kelsocar 148.4 mi
2h 45m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Club Britannia to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
6h 55m
£37–71

Preston to Kelso by train and bus

107Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

£80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 241.9 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Coledale Car Park via Edinburgh Waverley, Tweedbank, and Tweedbank Station in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Horsemarket Bus Shelter via Bus Station, Club Britannia, and Galashiels Transport Interchange in around 6h 55m.

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