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The cheapest and fastest trains from Galashiels to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

$20

Average price

$20

Fastest journey

52 m

Average duration

54 m

Trains per day

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Galashiels to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Galashiels to Edinburgh will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Galashiels for Edinburgh on Thu, Jul 17, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 17 the direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .

On Thu, Jul 17 the slowest trains will take 57 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.

Y70509

08:53AM0h55

Galashiels station (GAL)

09:48AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$201One-way

0 transfers

Y70519

09:25AM1h01

Galashiels station (GAL)

10:26AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$201One-way

0 transfers

Y70541

10:56AM0h54

Galashiels station (GAL)

11:50AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$201One-way

0 transfers

Y70504

08:24AM0h52

Galashiels station (GAL)

09:16AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$201One-way

0 transfers

Y70535

10:25AM0h57

Galashiels station (GAL)

11:22AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$201One-way

0 transfers

Live departures

Galashiels to Edinburgh train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 17

Last updated at 9:53 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Y70504	On time 7:24 AM Galashiels station (GAL)	0h52	8:16 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 transfersDirect
Y70509	On time 7:53 AM Galashiels station (GAL)	0h55	8:48 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 transfersDirect
Y70519	On time 8:25 AM Galashiels station (GAL)	1h01	9:26 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 transfersDirect
Y70525	On time 8:54 AM Galashiels station (GAL)	0h54	9:48 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 transfersDirect
Y70535	On time 9:25 AM Galashiels station (GAL)	0h57	10:22 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 transfersDirect
Y70541	On time 9:56 AM Galashiels station (GAL)	0h54	10:50 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Galashiels to Edinburgh

United Kingdom

Trains from Galashiels to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

27 miles (44 km)

Average train duration

54m

Cheapest ticket price

$20 (€16)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

53m

First train

05:26

Last train

23:52

Price information

Train providers: ScotRail from Galashiels to Edinburgh trains

For as little as $9 (€7) you can travel by train between Galashiels and Edinburgh with ScotRail. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

ScotRail from Galashiels to Edinburgh train information:

Average Duration: 51 min
Cheapest Price: $9
ScotRail frequency: 25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Galashiels to Edinburgh

FAQs: Travel by train from Galashiels to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Galashiels to Edinburgh.

Cheap train tickets from Galashiels to Edinburgh can start from as little as $19 (€16) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Galashiels to Edinburgh is $20 (€16); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Edinburgh from Galashiels is on average 52 min for the 27 mile (44 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Galashiels to Edinburgh by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Galashiels to Edinburgh leaves at 5: 26 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Galashiels to Edinburgh leaves at 11: 44 PM.

Yes, there are 7 direct trains a day from Galashiels to Edinburgh with ScotRail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Take the Galashiels to Edinburgh train with ScotRail. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route to Edinburgh from Galashiels as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 44 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Galashiels, which is located around 0.6 miles (912 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Edinburgh Waverley, located 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Edinburgh from Galashiels is worth doing with a journey time of 52 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Galashiels to Edinburgh by train is April.

You have options as you can travel to Edinburgh from Galashiels 2 different ways: bus or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Galashiels to Edinburgh

Galashiels

Edinburgh

The major train station for departures in Galashiels is Galashiels. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Galashiels for your trip from Galashiels to Edinburgh.

Galashiels Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Bike Parking

Information Desk

information

Address

Galashiels station, Ladhope Vale, Galashiels, Borders, TD1 1BP

Parking

Car Park: No

Accessibility

Staff help available: No
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform
Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
Accessible ticket machines note: Inside shelter
Ramp for train access: No
Wheelchairs available: No
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: On platform

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements

Public transit options for Galashiels