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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Montrose is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Montrose is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Montrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Bridge Street and arriving at Montrose High Street via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Montrose?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Montrose via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Montrose?

The distance between Galashiels and Montrose is 121 miles. The road distance is 118.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Montrose without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Galashiels to Montrose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Montrose bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Montrose train from?

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

Train or bus from Galashiels to Montrose?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Montrose is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Galashiels to Montrose bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galashiels to Montrose train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galashiels to Montrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Montrose is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Galashiels to Montrose.

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

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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 Montrosetrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
3h 26m
£40–101
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Overgatebus
3. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Montrose High Streetbus
5h 28m
£23–37
Drive 117.5 mi
1. Drive from Galashiels to Montrosecar 117.5 mi
2h 32m
£29–42

Galashiels to Montrose by train

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Distance: 120.3 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Galashiels to Montrose via Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bridge Street to Montrose High Street via Edinburgh, Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee South Marketgait in around 5h 28m.

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