4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh to Galashiels
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
3 h 3 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Galashiels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Galashiels will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Galashiels without transferring at least once.
C02015+
XC0288008:30 AM3h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:33 AMGalashiels station (GAL)$341One-way1 transfer- C01942+XC02910010:30 AM3h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:33 PMGalashiels station (GAL)$371One-way1 transfer
- C02007+XC02930012:30 PM3h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:33 PMGalashiels station (GAL)$371One-way1 transfer
- K61661 · XC0295001:05 PM4h28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:33 PMGalashiels station (GAL)$391One-way1 transfer
- C01942+XC02910010:30 AM3h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:33 PMGalashiels station (GAL)$371One-way1 transfer
- C02015+XC0288008:30 AM3h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:33 AMGalashiels station (GAL)$341One-way1 transfer
- C02007+XC02930012:30 PM3h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:33 PMGalashiels station (GAL)$371One-way1 transfer
- K61661 · XC0295001:05 PM4h28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:33 PMGalashiels station (GAL)$391One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Galashiels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Galashiels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a bus costs an average of $27.
Distance: 27 miles (45 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Galashiels:
A train is $13 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh to Galashiels costing on average $33 (€26).
Other travel options to Galashiels take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 3m.
Tickets start at around $33 (€26) compared to roughly $55 (€45) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $22 (€18). The journey takes 3h 3m versus 1h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Borders Buses.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Edinburgh to Galashiels Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator CrossCountry | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:33AM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator CrossCountry | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:33AM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator CrossCountry | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:33PM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator CrossCountry | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:33PM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator CrossCountry | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:33PM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator CrossCountry | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 05:33PM | Duration 4h28 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator CrossCountry | Departure Time 01:21PM | Arrival Time 05:04PM | Duration 3h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator CrossCountry | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:33PM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator CrossCountry | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:33PM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Galashiels bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Galashiels buses for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XC028800+C02015 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h03 | 11:33 AM Galashiels station (GAL) | 1 transfer | |
| XC029100+C01942 | 10:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h03 | 1:33 PM Galashiels station (GAL) | 1 transfer | |
| XC029300+C02007 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h03 | 3:33 PM Galashiels station (GAL) | 1 transfer | |
| K61661 · XC029500 | 1:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h28 | 5:33 PM Galashiels station (GAL) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Galashiels
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Buses from Edinburgh to Galashiels run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 04:48, the last at 23:43. The fastest bus covers the 27 miles (45 km) distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 27 miles (45 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 3m |
First bus 4:48 AM |
Last bus 11:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Borders Buses from Edinburgh to GalashielsYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Galashiels with Borders Buses for as low as $19 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Galashiels
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