How to get from Melrose to Polbeth by bus and train?

Melrose to Polbeth - Bus Timetable

The 68 bus from Melrose to Polbeth runs from 06:22 to 21:08, with departures every 45 min-1 hr. The journey takes about 2 hr 3 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Melrose to Polbeth by bus and train

To get from Melrose to Polbeth in Scotland, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 68 bus from St Dunstan's Lane, Melrose station to Tweedbank Station, Tweedbank station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to West Calder station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 3 min. The bus and train schedule from Melrose may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Polbeth on the Moovit app.

123min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 6868
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Walk to Polbeth
Leaves from St Dunstan's Lane, Melrose

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Dunstan's Lane, Melrose
    ID 6900651
    190 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6868
    Wait for bus
    68
    Galashiels
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tweedbank Station, Tweedbank
    ID 69002000
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Tweedbank
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    58 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    West Calder
    22 min
  • 9
    Walk to Polbeth
    Walk to
    Polbeth
    500 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Melrose to Polbeth

The distance between Melrose, Scotland and Polbeth, Scotland is approximately 88.77 km, which can typically be travelled in 123 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Melrose to Polbeth by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Melrose to Polbeth

To check the bus and train timetable from Melrose to Polbeth using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Melrose) and destination (Polbeth), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Melrose to Polbeth?

    The fastest way takes 123 minutes, using Bus line 68, Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Melrose and Polbeth in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 3 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Melrose to Polbeth in Scotland?

    The 68 bus line goes from St Dunstan's Lane, Melrose station near Melrose to Tweedbank Station, Tweedbank station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Tweedbank Station, Tweedbank station near Polbeth in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Melrose to Polbeth in Scotland by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Melrose and Polbeth in Scotland by bus and train is about 2 hr 3 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Melrose to get to Polbeth in Scotland?

    Get on the 68 bus from the St Dunstan's Lane, Melrose stop near Melrose in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Melrose and Polbeth in Scotland?

    Get off the bus at the Tweedbank Station, Tweedbank station, which is closest to Polbeth in Scotland.

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