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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Ratho is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Ratho is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Ratho?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Ratho. However, there are services departing from Bridge Street and arriving at Craigpark Avenue via Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Ratho?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Ratho. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Edinburgh Gateway via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Ratho?

The distance between Galashiels and Ratho is 43 miles. The road distance is 39.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Ratho without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £16 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Galashiels to Ratho, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Ratho bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Ratho train from?

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

Train or bus from Galashiels to Ratho?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Ratho is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £16 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus and line 67 bus, which costs and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Galashiels to Ratho bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galashiels to Ratho train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galashiels to Ratho?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Ratho is 39 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Galashiels to Ratho.

Where can I stay near Ratho?

There are 2775+ hotels available in Ratho.

Galashiels to Ratho - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 67 bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Galashiels to Ratho by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
1h 54m
£17–29
Drive 38.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galashiels to Rathocar 38.9 mi
54 min
£10–14
Bus, line 67 bus
1. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Craigpark Avenuebus 67
2h 49m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galashiels to Rathotaxi 38.9 mi
54 min
£80–100
Train, line 67 bus
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Craigpark Avenuebus 67
2h 8m
Bus, line 67 bus via Galashiels Transport Interchange
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Leith Streetbus X62
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to Craigpark Avenuebus 67
3h 16m

Galashiels to Ratho by train, foot, and bus

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1h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 42.9 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £12–24 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bridge Street to Craigpark Avenue via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Princes Street in around 2h 49m.

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