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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Livingston is to bus which costs £10 - £18 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Livingston is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Livingston?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Livingston. However, there are services departing from Bridge Street and arriving at Deer Park via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Livingston?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Livingston. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Livingston North via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Livingston?

The distance between Galashiels and Livingston is 47 miles. The road distance is 46.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Livingston without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £20 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Galashiels to Livingston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Livingston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Livingston train from?

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

Train or bus from Galashiels to Livingston?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Livingston is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £18 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Galashiels to Livingston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galashiels to Livingston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galashiels to Livingston?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Livingston is 46 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Galashiels to Livingston.

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

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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 Livingston Northtrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
1h 31m
£20–38
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Deer Parkbus Uk090
2h 19m
£11–18
Drive 45.9 mi
1. Drive from Galashiels to Livingstoncar 45.9 mi
59 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galashiels to Livingstontaxi 45.9 mi
59 min
£95–120
Bus via Barclay Way
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Leith Streetbus X62
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to Barclay Waybus X27 / ...
3h 41m
£12–16

Galashiels to Livingston by train

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Distance: 46.9 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

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

You can take a train from Galashiels to Livingston North via Edinburgh Waverley in around 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bridge Street to Deer Park via Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 2h 19m.

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