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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Paisley is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Paisley is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Paisley?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Paisley. However, there are services departing from Bridge Street and arriving at St Mirren Street via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Paisley?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Paisley. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Paisley Gilmour Street via Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Paisley?

The distance between Galashiels and Paisley is 86 miles. The road distance is 77.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Paisley without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Galashiels to Paisley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Paisley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Paisley train from?

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

Train or bus from Galashiels to Paisley?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Paisley is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 9 bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 4h.

Where does the Galashiels to Paisley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galashiels to Paisley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galashiels to Paisley?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Paisley is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Galashiels to Paisley.

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

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Where can I stay near Paisley?

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Galashiels to Paisley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 9 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Galashiels to Paisley 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 Glasgow Centraltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2h 56m
£30–72
Bus, line 9 bus
cheapest
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 Buchanan Bus Station to St Mirren Streetbus 9
4h
£18–39
Drive 76.8 mi
1. Drive from Galashiels to Paisleycar 76.8 mi
1h 49m
£19–27
Bus, line 26 bus
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Surgeons' Hallbus X62 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
3. Take the bus from Pavillion Theatre to Park Roadbus 26
5h 7m
£27–39

Galashiels to Paisley by train

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Distance: 85.1 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Galashiels to Paisley Gilmour Street via Edinburgh Waverley and Glasgow Central in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bridge Street to St Mirren Street via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h.

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