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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bridge Street and arriving at Surgeons' Hall. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Galashiels and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Galashiels to Edinburgh?

The distance between Galashiels and Edinburgh is 32 miles. The road distance is 33 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £13 - £14.

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

The train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverley takes 54 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Galashiels to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Edinburgh is to train which takes 54 min and costs £13 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Galashiels to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Galashiels to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Surgeons' Hall station.

Where does the Galashiels to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galashiels to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Edinburgh is 33 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Galashiels to Edinburgh.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
54 min
£13–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Surgeons' Hallbus X95
1h 21m
£4–6
Drive 32.8 mi
1. Drive from Galashiels to Edinburghcar 32.8 mi
51 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galashiels to Edinburghtaxi 32.8 mi
51 min
£95–120

Galashiels to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 32.2 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £13–14 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, Borders Buses operates a bus from Bridge Street to Surgeons' Hall hourly. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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