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How to Travel from

Birmingham to The Scottish Borders

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$40.50–$253.16

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$202.52
Plane from Birmingham Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.23–$227.84
Plane from Bristol Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.18–$164.55

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$107.59–$265.81

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Birmingham to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
5h 14m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.57–$69.62

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$164.55
Train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$177.21

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashiels
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$43.04

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$113.92

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$41.77–$63.29

Bus operators

Borders Buses

Phone:
01896 754350
Website:
bordersbuses.co.uk/
Bus from Market Hall to Lindean
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$7.59–$10.76

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to The Scottish Borders?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to The Scottish Borders is to bus which costs $45.65 - $65.22 and takes 8h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to The Scottish Borders?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to The Scottish Borders is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs $81.52 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and The Scottish Borders?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to The Scottish Borders. However, there are services departing from Birmingham and arriving at Lindean Bus Shelter via Market Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

How far is it from Birmingham to The Scottish Borders?

The distance between Birmingham and The Scottish Borders is 402 km. The road distance is 405.1 km.

How do I travel from Birmingham to The Scottish Borders without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to The Scottish Borders without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 56m and costs $97.83 - $239.13 .

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to The Scottish Borders?

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Birmingham to The Scottish Borders, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to The Scottish Borders bus from?

Birmingham to The Scottish Borders bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham station.

Where does the Birmingham to The Scottish Borders bus arrive?

Birmingham to The Scottish Borders bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to The Scottish Borders?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to The Scottish Borders is 405 km. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Birmingham to The Scottish Borders.

Where can I stay near The Scottish Borders?

There are 316+ hotels available in The Scottish Borders. Prices start at $75.10 per night.
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