The average bus between Stranraer and Galashiels takes 8h 40m and the fastest bus takes 6h 3m. The bus service runs several times per day from Stranraer to Galashiels. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Stranraer and Galashiels. The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stranraer is at 5:50 PM which arrives into Galashiels at 12:16 PM. All services require a transfer at Buchanan Bus Station and take an average of 8h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Stranraer to Galashiels? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Galashiels. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Galashiels station via Buchanan Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.
Stranraer to Galashiels bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.
Stranraer to Galashiels bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Market Street Fountain station.
Book your Stranraer to Galashiels bus tickets online with Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, Borders Buses and 2 other operators.
The distance between Stranraer and Galashiels is 161.4 km. The road distance is 272 km.
You can take a bus from Port Rodie to Market Street Fountain via Buchanan Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 6h 12m.