What is the cheapest way to get from Galashiels to West Calder?

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to West Calder is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galashiels to West Calder?

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to West Calder is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and West Calder?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to West Calder. However, there are services departing from Bank Street Gardens and arriving at Stewart Street via Waterloo Place and Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and West Calder?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to West Calder. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at West Calder via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Galashiels to West Calder?

The distance between Galashiels and West Calder is 49 miles. The road distance is 47.6 miles.

How do I travel from Galashiels to West Calder without a car?

The best way to get from Galashiels to West Calder without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £21 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Galashiels to West Calder?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Galashiels to West Calder, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to West Calder bus from?

Galashiels to West Calder bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Bank Street Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to West Calder train from?

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

Train or bus from Galashiels to West Calder?

The best way to get from Galashiels to West Calder is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £21 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £18 and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Galashiels to West Calder bus arrive?

Galashiels to West Calder bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Leith Street station.

Where does the Galashiels to West Calder train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galashiels to West Calder?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to West Calder is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Galashiels to West Calder.

How do I get a train ticket from Galashiels to West Calder?

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Where can I stay near West Calder?

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There are 4 ways to get from Galashiels to West Calder by train, bus, car, or taxi

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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 West Caldertrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
1h 53m
£21–40
Drive 47.3 mi
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1. Drive from Galashiels to West Caldercar 47.3 mi
1h 7m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bank Street Gardens to Leith Streetbus X62
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to Bus Terminalbus X27 / ...
3h 44m
£14–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galashiels to West Caldertaxi 47.3 mi
1h 7m
£100–120

Galashiels to West Calder by train

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Distance: 48.7 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Galashiels, Scotland and West Calder, Scotland?

You can take a train from Galashiels to West Calder via Edinburgh Waverley in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bank Street Gardens to Stewart Street via Leith Street, Waterloo Place, and Bus Terminal in around 3h 44m.

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