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08/12/2025
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Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders by train

The journey from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders by train is 146.66 mi and takes 5 hrs 42 mins. There are 33 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:45 and the last at 13:15. It is possible to travel from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders by train for as little as £70.43 or as much as £122.73. The best price for this journey is £70.43.

Lowest Price £70.43
Journey Duration 5 hrs 42 mins
Connection per Day 33
Lowest Price £70.43
Highest Price £122.73
First Departure 05:45
Last Departure 13:15
Distance 146.66 mi
Departure Manchester
Arrival Kelso, The Scottish Borders
Carriers TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway

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When travelling to Kelso, The Scottish Borders by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail and Avanti West Coast from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders
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Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
16.52kg
Bus
17.7kg
Flight
47.21kg
Car
37.76kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Manchester and Kelso, The Scottish Borders are 16.52kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Manchester and Kelso, The Scottish Borders? By taking the train between Manchester and Kelso, The Scottish Borders you will save 30.69kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.18kg compared to a bus and 21.24kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders?
A train ticket from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders is £106.87. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £70.43.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders is £70.43. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Manchester and Kelso, The Scottish Borders by train?
Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders is 146.66 mi.
How long does the train between Manchester and Kelso, The Scottish Borders take?
Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders is on average 5 hrs 42 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 58 mins.
Which companies operate from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders?
The train journey from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast and CrossCountry.
How many train connections per day go from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders?
Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders has 33 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders leave?
The earliest train from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders departs at 05:45. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders depart?
The latest train from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders departs at 13:15. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £70.43 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Manchester and Kelso, The Scottish Borders is 3 hrs 58 mins.
Is there a direct train from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders?
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Kelso, The Scottish Borders.
What are the CO2 emissions for Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders by train?
The train journey from Manchester to Kelso, The Scottish Borders creates 16.52kg of CO2 emissions.

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