The cheapest and fastest coaches from Carlisle to Galashiels
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Carlisle to Galashiels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Galashiels will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 buses that leave Carlisle for Galashiels every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 59 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Carlisle to Galashiels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Galashiels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £93.
Distance: 80 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Carlisle to Galashiels bus times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Galashiels coaches for tomorrow, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:13 Carlisle | 2h00 | 10:13 Galashiels Health Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:48 Carlisle | 1h59 | 10:47 Galashiels Health Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:13 Carlisle | 2h00 | 12:13 Galashiels Health Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:48 Carlisle | 1h59 | 12:47 Galashiels Health Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:13 Carlisle | 2h00 | 14:13 Galashiels Health Centre | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Carlisle to Galashiels
Buses from Carlisle to Galashiels run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:52, the last at 18:18. The fastest coach covers the 80 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 80 km |
Average bus duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 05:52 |
Last bus 18:18 |
Bus providers: Borders Buses from Carlisle to GalashielsYou can travel by bus between Carlisle to Galashiels with Borders Buses for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Carlisle to Galashiels coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Galashiels by coach. 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 coach, 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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