Galashiels to Edinburgh bus with Borders Buses

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Galashiels to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 30 Nov

Cheapest price

£27

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

2 h 44 m

Average duration

2 h 44 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Galashiels to Edinburgh will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Galashiels for Edinburgh every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 45 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 44 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.

CrossCountry
08:002h44
Galashiels
10:44Edinburgh
£271One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Galashiels to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Galashiels to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £10. 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 £10, and a coach costs an average of £15.

Distance: 45 km

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Train

£28

Average Price

£15

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 46m

Average total duration

3h 16m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

54m

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30m

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Live departures

Galashiels to Edinburgh bus times

The table below shows live departures for Galashiels to Edinburgh coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 05:01
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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cross_country09:43 Galashiels
3h52
13:35 Edinburgh0 changesdirect
cross_country11:43 Galashiels
3h22
15:05 Edinburgh0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Galashiels to Edinburgh

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Buses from Galashiels to Edinburgh run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £10 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 05:29, the last at 22:52. The fastest coach covers the 45 km distance in 1h 56m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £10
Distance
45 km
Average bus duration
3h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
1h 56m
First bus
05:29
Last bus
22:52
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £10

Bus providers: Borders Buses from Galashiels to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Galashiels to Edinburgh with Borders Buses for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Borders Buses

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
£6
Borders Buses frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Galashiels to Edinburgh coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galashiels to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Galashiels to Edinburgh can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Galashiels to Edinburgh is £28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Galashiels to Edinburgh coach travel time is 2 h 58 min   for the 27 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Galashiels to Edinburgh leaves at 03: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Galashiels to Edinburgh leaves at 21: 47.
There are 5 coaches a day from Galashiels to Edinburgh which require at least one change with Borders Buses. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Galashiels to Edinburgh you can take a coach with Borders Buses. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Edinburgh from Galashiels on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Edinburgh from Galashiels is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 58 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Galashiels to Edinburgh by coach is September.
You have options as you can travel from Galashiels to Edinburgh 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Galashiels to Edinburgh has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Galashiels to Edinburgh.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Galashiels to Edinburgh.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Galashiels to Edinburgh, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
  • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Galashiels to Edinburgh.
    No, luggage for the coach from Galashiels to Edinburgh needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Galashiels to Edinburgh.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Galashiels to Edinburgh.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Galashiels to Edinburgh.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Galashiels to Edinburgh.

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