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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Braemar is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Braemar is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Braemar?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Braemar. However, there are services departing from Bank Street Gardens and arriving at Invercauld Arms Hotel via George Street and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Braemar?

The distance between Galashiels and Braemar is 144 miles. The road distance is 127.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Braemar without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 15m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Galashiels to Braemar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Braemar bus from?

Galashiels to Braemar bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Bank Street Gardens station.

Where does the Galashiels to Braemar bus arrive?

Galashiels to Braemar bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Galashiels to Braemar?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Braemar is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Galashiels to Braemar.

Where can I stay near Braemar?

There are 135+ hotels available in Braemar.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Galashiels to Braemar 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundee
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Invercauld Arms HotelE11
5h 15m
Drive 126.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galashiels to Braemar126.4 mi
2h 36m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bank Street Gardens to Edinburgh, Bus StationX62 / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Railway StationE1
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Invercauld Arms HotelE11
6h 38m
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus StationX62 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Overgate
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Invercauld Arms HotelE11
7h 17m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Galashiels to Braemar.

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Distance: 142.8 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Galashiels, Scotland and Braemar, Aberdeenshire, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Bank Street Gardens to Invercauld Arms Hotel via Edinburgh, Bus Station, George Street, and Railway Station in around 6h 38m.

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