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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Galashiels
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Galashiels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Galashiels will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
To travel from Aberdeen to Galashiels you need to make at least one change.
12:444h22Aberdeen17:06Galashiels£781One-way1 change- 15:083h56Aberdeen19:04Galashiels£781One-way1 change
- 17:044h00Aberdeen21:04Galashiels£781One-way1 change
- 19:044h00Aberdeen23:04Galashiels£781One-way1 change
- 20:083h56Aberdeen0:04Galashiels£781One-way1 change
- 15:083h56Aberdeen19:04Galashiels£781One-way1 change
- 20:083h56Aberdeen0:04Galashiels£781One-way1 change
- 17:044h00Aberdeen21:04Galashiels£781One-way1 change
- 19:044h00Aberdeen23:04Galashiels£781One-way1 change
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9:474h17Aberdeen14:04Galashiels£1131One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Aberdeen to Galashiels
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Galashiels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 176 km
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£94 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberdeen to Galashiels train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Galashiels trains for today, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 22:24 Aberdeen | 11h40 | 10:04 Galashiels | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Galashiels
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Trains from Aberdeen to Galashiels run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 176 km distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 176 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 5:52 |
Last train 20:23 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail from Aberdeen to Galashiels trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Aberdeen and Galashiels from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Galashiels train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Galashiels
Most Aberdeen to Galashiels trains use the Aberdeen to Galashiels station pair. Use this guide to compare Aberdeen and Galashiels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Aberdeen station do trains to Galashiels leave from?
Getting to Aberdeen from Aberdeen city centre
Aberdeen train station facilities and services
Aberdeen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Silver Darling, Moonfish Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aberdeen. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aberdeen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aberdeen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aberdeen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Residence Inn Aberdeen, Hilton Aberdeen TECA, Jurys Inn Aberdeen.
Which Galashiels station do trains from Aberdeen arrive at?
Getting to Galashiels from Galashiels city centre
Galashiels train station facilities and services
Galashiels has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Galashiels.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Galashiels: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Galashiels: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Galashiels: 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.
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