The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow to Galashiels
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Galashiels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Galashiels will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Galashiels without transferring at least once.
7:35 AM3h10Glasgow10:45 AMGalashiels Transport Interchange$161One-way1 transfer
5:30 AM3h55Glasgow9:25 AMGalashiels Transport Interchange$251One-way1 transfer
6:15 AM3h30Glasgow9:45 AMGalashiels Transport Interchange$251One-way1 transfer
8:30 AM3h15Glasgow11:45 AMGalashiels Transport Interchange$251One-way1 transfer
9:42 AM3h03Glasgow12:45 PMGalashiels Transport Interchange$251One-way1 transfer
9:54 AM2h51Glasgow12:45 PMGalashiels Transport Interchange$281One-way2 transfers
10:54 AM2h51Glasgow1:45 PMGalashiels Transport Interchange$281One-way2 transfers
11:54 AM2h51Glasgow2:45 PMGalashiels Transport Interchange$281One-way2 transfers
8:45 AM3h00Glasgow11:45 AMGalashiels Transport Interchange$281One-way2 transfers
9:42 AM3h03Glasgow12:45 PMGalashiels Transport Interchange$251One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Galashiels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Galashiels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $44.
Distance: 59 miles (95 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Galashiels:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Galashiels costing on average $45 (€37).
Other travel options to Galashiels take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 21m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Glasgow to Galashiels Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 12:07PM | Duration 2h52 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 12:07PM | Duration 2h52 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 09:42AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 09:54AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 10:42AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 10:54AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 11:06AM | Arrival Time 02:07PM | Duration 3h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 11:18AM | Arrival Time 03:01PM | Duration 3h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 11:42AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 11:54AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 12:18PM | Arrival Time 04:01PM | Duration 3h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 12:42PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 12:54PM | Arrival Time 04:42PM | Duration 3h48 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 01:06PM | Arrival Time 04:07PM | Duration 3h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 01:18PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h42 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 01:42PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 02:18PM | Arrival Time 06:01PM | Duration 3h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 02:42PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 03:06PM | Arrival Time 06:07PM | Duration 3h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 03:18PM | Arrival Time 07:01PM | Duration 3h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 04:06PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h54 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 08:07PM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 05:06PM | Arrival Time 08:07PM | Duration 3h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 05:18PM | Arrival Time 09:01PM | Duration 3h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 10:01PM | Duration 3h46 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 11:56PM | Duration 3h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 11:56PM | Duration 3h21 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Live departures
Glasgow to Galashiels bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Galashiels buses for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:06 PM Glasgow | 3h01 | 8:07 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:06 PM Glasgow | 3h55 | 9:01 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:18 PM Glasgow | 3h43 | 9:01 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:15 PM Glasgow | 3h46 | 10:01 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:15 PM Glasgow | 3h46 | 10:01 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:05 PM Glasgow | 3h51 | 11:56 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:35 PM Glasgow | 3h21 | 11:56 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, May 25 | |||||
![]() | 5:30 AM Glasgow | 3h55 | 9:25 AM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:45 AM Glasgow | 3h40 | 9:25 AM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:15 AM Glasgow | 3h30 | 9:45 AM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Glasgow | 3h15 | 9:45 AM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:35 AM Glasgow | 3h10 | 10:45 AM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Glasgow | 3h15 | 11:45 AM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Glasgow | 3h00 | 11:45 AM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:42 AM Glasgow | 3h03 | 12:45 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:54 AM Glasgow | 2h51 | 12:45 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:42 AM Glasgow | 3h03 | 1:45 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:54 AM Glasgow | 2h51 | 1:45 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:42 AM Glasgow | 3h03 | 2:45 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:54 AM Glasgow | 2h51 | 2:45 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:42 PM Glasgow | 3h03 | 3:45 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:42 PM Glasgow | 3h03 | 3:45 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:54 PM Glasgow | 3h48 | 4:42 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:42 PM Glasgow | 3h03 | 4:45 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:42 PM Glasgow | 3h03 | 4:45 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:42 PM Glasgow | 3h03 | 5:45 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:42 PM Glasgow | 3h03 | 5:45 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Glasgow | 3h15 | 6:45 PM Galashiels Transport Interchange | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Glasgow to Galashiels buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Galashiels.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Galashiels.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Glasgow to Galashiels.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Galashiels
Buses from Glasgow to Galashiels run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:52, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 59 miles (95 km) distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 59 miles (95 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 51m |
First bus 5:52 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd from Glasgow to GalashielsYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Galashiels with National Express, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd for as low as $16 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to Galashiels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Galashiels by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Galashiels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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