What is the cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Saint Andrews?

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Saint Andrews is to bus via Kinross which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Galashiels to Saint Andrews?

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Saint Andrews is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Saint Andrews?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Saint Andrews station. However, there are services departing from Bridge Street and arriving at Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Saint Andrews?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Saint Andrews. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Cupar via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Saint Andrews?

The distance between Galashiels and Saint Andrews is 86 miles. The road distance is 84.3 miles.

How do I travel from Galashiels to Saint Andrews without a car?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Saint Andrews without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Galashiels to Saint Andrews?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Galashiels to Saint Andrews, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Saint Andrews bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Saint Andrews train from?

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

Train or bus from Galashiels to Saint Andrews?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Saint Andrews is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus via Kinross, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h.

Where does the Galashiels to Saint Andrews bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galashiels to Saint Andrews train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galashiels to Saint Andrews?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Saint Andrews is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Galashiels to Saint Andrews.

Where can I stay near Saint Andrews?

There are 1393+ hotels available in Saint Andrews.

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There are 4 ways to get from Galashiels to Saint Andrews 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 Cupartrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
2h 49m
£36–66
Bus via Kinross
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Park and Ridebus M92 / ...
3. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Bus Stationbus 787
4h
£20–33
Drive 83.8 mi
1. Drive from Galashiels to Saint Andrewscar 83.8 mi
1h 53m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X62 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk092 / ...
5h 3m
£22–35

Galashiels to Saint Andrews by train and bus

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2h 49mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.5 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Galashiels, Scotland and Saint Andrews, Fife, Scotland?

You can take a train from Galashiels to Bus Station via Edinburgh Waverley, Cupar, and Railway Station in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bridge Street to Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Park and Ride in around 4h.

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