What is the cheapest way to get from Galashiels to East Kilbride?

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to East Kilbride is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galashiels to East Kilbride?

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to East Kilbride is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and East Kilbride?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to East Kilbride station. However, there are services departing from Bridge Street and arriving at Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Sauchiehall Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Galashiels to East Kilbride?

The distance between Galashiels and East Kilbride is 82 miles. The road distance is 65.1 miles.

How do I travel from Galashiels to East Kilbride without a car?

The best way to get from Galashiels to East Kilbride without a car is to train and line 201 bus which takes 3h 37m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Galashiels to East Kilbride?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Galashiels to East Kilbride, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to East Kilbride bus from?

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

Where does the Galashiels to East Kilbride bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galashiels to East Kilbride?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to East Kilbride is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Galashiels to East Kilbride.

How do I get a bus ticket from Galashiels to East Kilbride?

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Where can I stay near East Kilbride?

There are 1528+ hotels available in East Kilbride.

Galashiels to East Kilbride - 4 ways to travel via train, line 201 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 201 bus
best
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bellshilltrain
3. Take the bus from Gardenside to St Brides Churchbus 201
3h 37m
£33–61
Drive 64.8 mi
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1. Drive from Galashiels to East Kilbridecar 64.8 mi
1h 34m
£16–23
Bus, line 6 bus
1. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sauchiehall Lane to Bus Stationbus 6 / ...
4h 19m
£18–39
Bus, line 201 bus
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X62 / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal to Manse Placebus 902
3. Take the bus from Callon Street to St Brides Churchbus 201
6h 25m
£31–45

Galashiels to East Kilbride by train and bus

192Weekly Services

3h 37mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 81.3 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Galashiels, Scotland and East Kilbride, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Bridge Street to Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, and Sauchiehall Lane in around 4h 19m.

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