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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Galashiels is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Galashiels is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Galashiels?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Galashiels. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Galashiels Transport Interchange via Club Britannia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Manchester to Galashiels?

The distance between Manchester and Galashiels is 183 miles. The road distance is 179.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Galashiels without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 1m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Manchester to Galashiels, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Galashiels bus from?

Manchester to Galashiels bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Galashiels bus arrive?

Manchester to Galashiels bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Galashiels?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Galashiels is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Manchester to Galashiels.

Where can I stay near Galashiels?

There are 402+ hotels available in Galashiels.

Manchester to Galashiels - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Manchester to Galashiels by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
5h 1m
£43–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Club Britannia to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
6h 8m
£26–43
Drive 178.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Galashielscar 178.1 mi
3h 18m
£44–63
Fly from Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashielstrain
5h 58m
£71–161
Train, bus via Warrington Bank Quay
1. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
5h 37m
£29–104
Train to Liverpool, fly, train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LPL - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashielstrain
6h 42m
£76–210
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashielstrain
6h 5m
£60–244

Manchester to Galashiels by train and bus

78Weekly Services

5h 1mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 181.8 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Galashiels, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Galashiels Transport Interchange via Bus Station and Club Britannia in around 6h 8m.

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