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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Galashiels is to bus via Bus Station which costs £18 - £27 and takes 4h 37m.

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 5m and costs £25 - £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 Council Offices and arriving at Market Street Fountain via Seagate Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Forfar to Galashiels?

The distance between Forfar and Galashiels is 106 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 train which takes 3h 46m and costs £19 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m 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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Seagate Bus Station.

Train or bus from Forfar to Galashiels?

The best way to get from Forfar to Galashiels is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £19 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus via Bus Station, which costs £18 - £27 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Forfar to Galashiels bus arrive?

Forfar to Galashiels bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Galashiels?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Galashiels is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Forfar to Galashiels.

Where can I stay near Galashiels?

There are 388+ hotels available in Galashiels.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Forfar to Galashiels by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashielstrain Edinburgh - Tweedbank
3h 46m
£19–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forfar to George Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X62 / ...
4h 46m
£6–44
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M92
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Market Street Fountainbus X95
4h 37m
£18–26
Drive 102.2 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Galashielscar 102.2 mi
2h 5m
£25–37

Forfar to Galashiels by bus, foot, and train

146Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Forfar to Galashiels.

Launch map view

Distance: 105.1 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Forfar to Galashiels via Dundee Slessor Gardens, Dundee, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Council Offices to Market Street Fountain via Bus Station, Seagate Bus Station, and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 4h 37m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.