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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Perth is to bus via Perth Bus Station which costs £14 - £20 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Perth is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Perth. However, there are services departing from Bridge Street and arriving at South Street via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Perth?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Perth. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Perth via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Perth?

The distance between Galashiels and Perth is 89 miles. The road distance is 77.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Perth without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £14 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Galashiels to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Perth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Perth train from?

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

Train or bus from Galashiels to Perth?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Perth is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £14 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £20 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Galashiels to Perth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galashiels to Perth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galashiels to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Perth is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Galashiels to Perth.

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

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Where can I stay near Perth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Perthtrain Edinburgh - Perth / ...
2h 55m
£15–38
Bus via Perth Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X62 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh Bus Station to Perth Bus Stationbus megabus M90 / ...
4h 36m
£14–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to South Streetbus M92
3h 57m
£15–20
Drive 77.3 mi
1. Drive from Galashiels to Perthcar 77.3 mi
1h 34m
£19–27

Galashiels to Perth by train

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Distance: 88 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a train from Galashiels to Perth via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bridge Street to South Street via Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 3h 57m.

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