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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Galashiels is to bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Galashiels is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Galashiels?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Surgeons' Hall and arriving at Market Street Fountain. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Leith and Galashiels?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Galashiels. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Leith to Galashiels?

The distance between Leith and Galashiels is 32 miles. The road distance is 34.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith to Galashiels without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £14 - £15.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashiels takes 55 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leith to Galashiels bus from?

Leith to Galashiels bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Surgeons' Hall station.

Where do I catch the Leith to Galashiels train from?

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

Train or bus from Leith to Galashiels?

The best way to get from Leith to Galashiels is to train which takes 55 min and costs £14 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Leith to Galashiels bus arrive?

Leith to Galashiels bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Market Street Fountain station.

Where does the Leith to Galashiels train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leith to Galashiels?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Galashiels is 34 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Leith to Galashiels.

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

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Where can I stay near Galashiels?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashielstrain Edinburgh - Tweedbank
55 min
£14–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Surgeons' Hall to Market Street Fountainbus X95
1h 23m
£4–6
Drive 33.9 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Galashielscar 33.9 mi
53 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leith to Galashielstaxi 33.9 mi
53 min
£100–120

Leith to Galashiels by train

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Distance: 32.3 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashiels hourly. Tickets cost £14–15 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, Borders Buses operates a bus from Surgeons' Hall to Market Street Fountain hourly. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 1h 23m.

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