Bus from Melrose to Dalkeith
1 direct route · about 81 min · first bus 06:09, last bus 16:39 (weekdays).
Next buses to Dalkeith as of 08:38
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Melrose, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | Borders Buses | ~81 min | 8 | Sat 8 · Sun 3 | 06:09 | 16:39 | Abbey Car Park (At) | South Street (at) | Newstead, Leaderfoot, Newtown St Boswells, Leaderfoot, Earlston, Lauder & 7 more |
Times are for the first boarding point in Melrose on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 51 bus timetable.
Fares from Melrose to Dalkeith
- £10.75 adult single on the 51 (Borders Buses)
Between the stops in the table above. The operators' own published fares, from the Bus Open Data Service; check with the operator before you travel.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Melrose to Dalkeith?
The 51 (Borders Buses) runs directly from Melrose to Dalkeith. Board at Abbey Car Park (At) and get off at South Street (at); the journey takes about 81 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Melrose to Dalkeith?
Around 81 minutes on the 51, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Newstead, Leaderfoot, Newtown St Boswells, Leaderfoot and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Melrose to Dalkeith?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 06:09 and the last around 16:39. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Melrose to Dalkeith?
An adult single from Melrose to Dalkeith is £10.75 on the 51 (Borders Buses), from Abbey Car Park (At) to South Street (at). Prices are the operators' own published fares on the Bus Open Data Service — check with the operator before you travel. Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.