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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Galashiels station (GAL)
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
52 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
53 m
Trains on 03 Sept
30
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Galashiels station (GAL) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Galashiels station (GAL) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 30 trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Galashiels station (GAL), including 30 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 53 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.
W8360310:430h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:37Galashiels station (GAL)£151One-way0 changes- W8359410:110h56Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:07Galashiels station (GAL)£151One-way0 changes
- W835769:110h56Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:07Galashiels station (GAL)£151One-way0 changes
- W835678:430h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:37Galashiels station (GAL)£151One-way0 changes
- W835849:420h56Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:38Galashiels station (GAL)£151One-way0 changes
- W8357821:430h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)22:35Galashiels station (GAL)£151One-way0 changes
- W8359622:430h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)23:35Galashiels station (GAL)£151One-way0 changes
- W8365614:420h53Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:35Galashiels station (GAL)£151One-way0 changes
- W835316:140h53Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:07Galashiels station (GAL)£151One-way0 changes
- W8356120:430h53Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)21:36Galashiels station (GAL)£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Galashiels station (GAL)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Galashiels station (GAL) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a coach costs an average of £26.
Distance: 44 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price | £40 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Galashiels station (GAL):
A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Galashiels station (GAL) costing on average £26.
Other travel options to Galashiels station (GAL) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 5m.
The journey is about 10m faster (54m by train vs 1h 4m by car) and roughly £26 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£15 vs £40). 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 Waverley (EDB) to Galashiels station (GAL) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Galashiels station (GAL) trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W83578 | On time 21:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h52 | 22:35 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83596 | On time 22:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h52 | 23:35 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 3 September | |||||
| W83531 | 6:14 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h53 | 7:07 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83536 | 6:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h54 | 7:35 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83543 | 7:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h57 | 8:07 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83551 | 7:40 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h57 | 8:37 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83559 | 8:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h56 | 9:07 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83567 | 8:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h54 | 9:37 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83576 | 9:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h56 | 10:07 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83584 | 9:42 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h56 | 10:38 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83594 | 10:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h56 | 11:07 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83603 | 10:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h54 | 11:37 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83609 | 11:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h55 | 12:06 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83617 | 11:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h54 | 12:37 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83623 | 12:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h55 | 13:06 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83628 | 12:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h54 | 13:37 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83637 | 13:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h55 | 14:06 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83642 | 13:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h54 | 14:37 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83648 | 14:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h55 | 15:06 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83656 | 14:42 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h53 | 15:35 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83660 | 15:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h55 | 16:06 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83665 | 15:42 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h55 | 16:37 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83669 | 16:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h56 | 17:07 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83498 | 16:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h56 | 17:39 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83505 | 17:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h55 | 18:06 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83514 | 17:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h55 | 18:36 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83523 | 18:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h56 | 19:07 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83532 | 18:42 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h56 | 19:38 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83545 | 19:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h55 | 20:38 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W83561 | 20:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h53 | 21:36 Galashiels station (GAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Galashiels station (GAL)
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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Galashiels station (GAL) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:14, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 52m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 6:14 |
Last train 22:44 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Galashiels station (GAL) trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Galashiels station (GAL) from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Galashiels station (GAL) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Galashiels station (GAL) 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 station (GAL), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Galashiels station (GAL)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Galashiels station (GAL) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Galashiels station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Galashiels station (GAL) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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.
Most popular train connections from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Most popular trains to and from Galashiels station (GAL) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
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