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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Galashiels
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 5 trains that leave Edinburgh for Galashiels on Sun, Jul 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 19 the direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
On Sun, Jul 19 the slowest trains will take 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
W835981:12 PM0h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:04 PMGalashiels station (GAL)$201One-way0 transfers- W8358011:12 AM0h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:04 PMGalashiels station (GAL)$201One-way0 transfers
- W8358612:12 PM0h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:04 PMGalashiels station (GAL)$201One-way0 transfers
- W8356910:11 AM0h56Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:07 AMGalashiels station (GAL)$201One-way0 transfers
- W835639:12 AM0h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:04 AMGalashiels station (GAL)$201One-way0 transfers
- W835981:12 PM0h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:04 PMGalashiels station (GAL)$201One-way0 transfers
- W8358011:12 AM0h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:04 PMGalashiels station (GAL)$201One-way0 transfers
- W8358612:12 PM0h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:04 PMGalashiels station (GAL)$201One-way0 transfers
- W835639:12 AM0h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:04 AMGalashiels station (GAL)$201One-way0 transfers
- W8356910:11 AM0h56Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:07 AMGalashiels station (GAL)$201One-way0 transfers
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 $26.
Distance: 27 miles (45 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m 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 $32 (€26).
Other travel options to Galashiels take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 3m.
The journey is about 15m faster (54m by train vs 1h 9m by car) and roughly $35 (€29) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($19 (€16) vs $54 (€45)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Scotrail, ScotRail.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Galashiels train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Galashiels trains for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W83585 | On time 9:43 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h55 | 10:38 AM Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C15460 | On time 10:14 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h55 | 11:09 AM Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C15463 | On time 10:43 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h54 | 11:37 AM Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, July 19 | |||||
| W83563 | 9:12 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h52 | 10:04 AM Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Galashiels
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Galashiels run on average 12 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (45 km) distance in 53m.
Distance 27 miles (45 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Galashiels trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Galashiels from $19 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Galashiels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Galashiels by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Galashiels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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