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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Aviemore is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Aviemore is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Aviemore station. However, there are services departing from Bridge Street and arriving at Aviemore station via George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Aviemore via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Aviemore?

The distance between Galashiels and Aviemore is 184 miles. The road distance is 160.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Aviemore without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Galashiels to Aviemore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Aviemore bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Aviemore train from?

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

Train or bus from Galashiels to Aviemore?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Aviemore is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Galashiels to Aviemore bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galashiels to Aviemore train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galashiels to Aviemore?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Aviemore is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Galashiels to Aviemore.

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

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Galashiels to Aviemore - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Galashiels to Aviemore by train, bus, or car

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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 Aviemoretrain Edinburgh - Inverness
4h 52m
£48–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from George Street to Aviemore stationbus Ember
5h 53m
£22–31
Drive 159.7 mi
1. Drive from Galashiels to Aviemorecar 159.7 mi
3h 6m
£40–58
Bus via Galashiels Transport Interchange
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X62 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Stationbus Uk094
6h 28m
£24–36

Galashiels to Aviemore by train

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Distance: 183.3 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Galashiels to Aviemore via Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bridge Street to Aviemore station via Edinburgh, Bus Station and George Street in around 5h 53m.

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