What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Galashiels?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Galashiels is to bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Galashiels?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Galashiels is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Galashiels?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North Bridge and arriving at Galashiels Transport Interchange. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Galashiels?

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 Galashiels?

The distance between Edinburgh and Galashiels is 32 miles. The road distance is 32.8 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Galashiels without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Galashiels without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £13 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Galashiels?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Galashiels bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Galashiels train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Galashiels?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Galashiels is to train which takes 55 min and costs £13 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Galashiels bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Galashiels bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Galashiels Transport Interchange station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Galashiels train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Galashiels?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Galashiels is 33 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Edinburgh to Galashiels.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Galashiels?

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Where can I stay near Galashiels?

There are 400+ hotels available in Galashiels.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashielstrain Edinburgh - Tweedbank
55 min
£13–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
1h 18m
£4–6
Drive 32.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Galashielscar 32.6 mi
50 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Galashielstaxi 32.6 mi
50 min
£95–120

Edinburgh to Galashiels by train

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Distance: 32.3 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Galashiels, 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 Galashiels Transport Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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