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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Galashiels is to bus via Mill O Mains which costs £19 - £27 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Galashiels is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Galashiels?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Galashiels. However, there are services departing from Lidl and arriving at Market Street Fountain via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Forfar to Galashiels?

The distance between Forfar and Galashiels is 114 miles. The road distance is 102.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Galashiels without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Forfar to Galashiels, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Galashiels bus from?

Forfar to Galashiels bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Lidl station.

Train or bus from Forfar to Galashiels?

The best way to get from Forfar to Galashiels is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £19 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Forfar to Galashiels bus arrive?

Forfar to Galashiels bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at George Street station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Galashiels?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Galashiels is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Forfar to Galashiels.

Where can I stay near Galashiels?

There are 395+ hotels available in Galashiels.

Forfar to Galashiels - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Forfar to Galashiels by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lidl to George StreetE1
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to GalashielsEdinburgh - Tweedbank
3h 48m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh WaverleyDundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to GalashielsEdinburgh - Tweedbank
3h 51m
£19–89
Drive 102.2 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Galashiels102.2 mi
2h 4m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lidl to George StreetE1
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Market Street FountainX95
4h 39m
Bus via Mill O Mains
1. Take the bus from Mill O Mains to Edinburgh, Bus StationM92
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport InterchangeX62 / ...
4h 48m
£19–27

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Forfar to Galashiels.

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Distance: 112.9 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Forfar, Scotland and Galashiels, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Lidl to Galashiels via Slessor Gardens, Dundee, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lidl to Market Street Fountain via George Street and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 4h 39m.

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