What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Borders College?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Borders College is to bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Borders College?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Borders College is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Borders College?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North Bridge and arriving at Archies Walk. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Borders College?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Galashiels. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Borders College?

The distance between Edinburgh and Borders College is 34 miles. The road distance is 34.3 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Borders College without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Borders College without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £13 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Borders College?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashiels takes 55 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Borders College bus from?

Edinburgh to Borders College bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from North Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Borders College train from?

Edinburgh to Borders College train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Borders College?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Borders College is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £13 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Borders College bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Borders College bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Archies Walk station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Borders College train arrive?

Edinburgh to Borders College train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Galashiels station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Borders College?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Borders College is 34 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Edinburgh to Borders College.

Where can I stay near Borders College?

There are 397+ hotels available in Borders College.

Edinburgh to Borders College - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Borders College by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to GalashielsEdinburgh - Tweedbank
1h 18m
£13–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Archies WalkX95
1h 42m
£4–6
Drive 34.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Borders College34.1 mi
55 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Borders College34.1 mi
55 min
£100–120

Edinburgh to Borders College by bus and foot

55Weekly Services

1h 42mAverage Duration

£4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 33.5 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Borders College, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashiels hourly. Tickets cost £13–14 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, Borders Buses operates a bus from North Bridge to Archies Walk every 4 hours. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 1h 31m.

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