What is the cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Edinburgh Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo. However, there are services departing from Bridge Street and arriving at Edinburgh Zoo via Surgeons' Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Edinburgh Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Haymarket via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo?

The distance between Galashiels and Edinburgh Zoo is 36 miles. The road distance is 36.1 miles.

How do I travel from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £14 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo?

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo train from?

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

Train or bus from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £14 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus and line 31 bus, which costs £11 - £15 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo bus arrive?

Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Surgeons' Hall station.

Where does the Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo is 36 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Zoo?

There are 2803+ hotels available in Edinburgh Zoo.

Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 31 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
1h 5m
£15–24
Drive 35.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoocar 35.9 mi
56 min
£9–13
Bus, line 31 bus
1. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Surgeons' Hallbus X95
2. Take the bus from Surgeons' Hall to Edinburgh Zoobus 31
1h 55m
£12–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galashiels to Edinburgh Zootaxi 35.9 mi
56 min
£230–280
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Surgeons' Hallbus X62 / ...
2h 28m
£13–17

Galashiels to Edinburgh Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 35.4 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Galashiels, Scotland and Edinburgh Zoo, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bridge Street to Edinburgh Zoo via Surgeons' Hall and Edinburgh Zoo in around 1h 55m.

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