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Hamilton to Melrose

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Hamilton, Great Britain → Melrose, Great Britain

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Six ways to Travel from Hamilton to Melrose

Composite routes from Hamilton to Melrose

Cheapest
Other

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Borders Buses

Phone:
01896 754350
Website:
bordersbuses.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.96–$9.49
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Market
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.96–$9.49

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Hamilton to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.52–$31.64

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Motherwell to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.04–$82.28

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Motherwell to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$18.99–$40.50
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Tweedbank
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.02–$27.85
Train from Bellshill to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$34.18
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashiels
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$25.32

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Melrose?

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Melrose is to bus via Buchanan Bus Station which costs $17.39 - $34.78 and takes 4h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hamilton to Melrose?

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Melrose is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $20.65 - $30.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Melrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Melrose. However, there are services departing from Hamilton and arriving at Abbey Car Park via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Galashiels Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Melrose?

The distance between Hamilton and Melrose is 129 km. The road distance is 104.3 km.

How do I travel from Hamilton to Melrose without a car?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Melrose without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs $30.43 - $103.26 .

How long does it take to get from Hamilton to Melrose?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Hamilton to Melrose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Melrose bus from?

Hamilton to Melrose bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hamilton station.

Train or bus from Hamilton to Melrose?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Melrose is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs $30.43 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30.43 - $43.48 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Hamilton to Melrose bus arrive?

Hamilton to Melrose bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Melrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Melrose is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Hamilton to Melrose.

Where can I stay near Melrose?

There are 341+ hotels available in Melrose. Prices start at $75.10 per night.
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