What is the cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Aberdeen?

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galashiels to Aberdeen?

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Aberdeen is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from Bridge Street and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Aberdeen via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Aberdeen?

The distance between Galashiels and Aberdeen is 161 miles. The road distance is 154.3 miles.

How do I travel from Galashiels to Aberdeen without a car?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Galashiels to Aberdeen?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Galashiels to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Aberdeen bus from?

Galashiels to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Bridge Street station.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Aberdeen train from?

Galashiels to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.

Train or bus from Galashiels to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Aberdeen is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Galashiels to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Galashiels to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Galashiels to Aberdeen train arrive?

Galashiels to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Galashiels to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Aberdeen is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Galashiels to Aberdeen.

How do I get a train ticket from Galashiels to Aberdeen?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
4h 2m
£43–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
5h 17m
£24–37
Drive 153.4 mi
1. Drive from Galashiels to Aberdeencar 153.4 mi
2h 59m
£38–55
Bus via Galashiels Transport Interchange
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X62 / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
6h 36m
£24–34

Galashiels to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 160.2 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Galashiels, Scotland and Aberdeen, Scotland?

You can take a train from Galashiels to Aberdeen via Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bridge Street to Union Square Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 5h 17m.

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