Travelling from Galashiels to London by train

Want to know how to get from Galashiels to London by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Galashiels to London take around 5 hours and 24 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 490 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Galashiels is scheduled to depart at around  05:24. The last departure is usually at around 23:32 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Galashiels at around 05:34, with the last train leaving at around 23:35. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 51 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 11 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$96.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit London, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to London.

Is there a direct train from Galashiels to London?

The journey between Galashiels and London usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Galashiels to London every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Galashiels to London?

The Galashiels to London train travel takes about 5 hours and 24 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Galashiels to London train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to London leaving Galashiels at around 05:24 and the last train leaving at around 23:32 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Galashiels at around 05:34, with the final departure at 23:35.