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Kilmarnock to Melrose

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1 h 53 min
147 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Kilmarnock to Melrose

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Cheapest
By car (147 km)
1 h 53 min
147 km.
from $8
Other
Rideshare
1 h 53 min
147 km.
from $5.59
Bus, Train
3 h 45 min
110 km.
from $58.76
Bus
5 h 2 min
110 km.
from $43.30
Train
4 h 34 min
111 km.
from $100.83
Bus via Galashiels Transport Interchange
5 h 27 min
110 km.
from $28.61

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

Megabus UK

Email:
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
Email:
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

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Bus Station to Bath
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.95–$8.23

Borders Buses

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

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
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
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.32–$88.60

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$43.04
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Tweedbank
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.02–$27.85
Train from Kilmarnock to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$25.32
Train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$36.71
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashiels
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$25.32

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Melrose is to bus via Galashiels Transport Interchange which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Melrose is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $32.61 - $47.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Melrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Melrose. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Market Square via Buchanan Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Melrose?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Melrose is 170 km. The road distance is 164.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Melrose without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 45m and costs $35.87 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Kilmarnock to Melrose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Melrose bus from?

Kilmarnock to Melrose bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Melrose?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Melrose is to bus which takes 5h 2m and costs $21.74 - $43.48 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $38.04 - $130.43 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Melrose bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Melrose bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Melrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Melrose is 164 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Kilmarnock 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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