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Trains from Birmingham Stations to Galashiels (GAL)

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15

train journeys
per day

222

miles (357 kms)

5hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

00:25 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Birmingham Stations to Galashiels (GAL)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham Stations and Galashiels , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham Stations to Galashiels is approximately 222 miles (357 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 48 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Galashiels.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Galashiels. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham Stations to Galashiels Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    00:25
    10 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    11:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Galashiels
    Birmingham New Street to Galashiels
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:05
    5 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    11:36
    Birmingham New Street
    Galashiels
    Birmingham New Street to Galashiels
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:07
    6 hrs 2 changes
    13:07
    Birmingham New Street
    Galashiels
    Birmingham New Street to Galashiels
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:07
    5 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    13:37
    Birmingham New Street
    Galashiels
    Birmingham New Street to Galashiels
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:07
    5 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    14:36
    Birmingham New Street
    Galashiels
    Birmingham New Street to Galashiels
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:07
    5 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    15:35
    Birmingham New Street
    Galashiels
    Birmingham New Street to Galashiels
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:03
    6 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    17:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Galashiels
    Birmingham New Street to Galashiels
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:07
    6 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    17:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Galashiels
    Birmingham New Street to Galashiels
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:07
    5 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    17:39
    Birmingham New Street
    Galashiels
    Birmingham New Street to Galashiels
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:07
    6 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    19:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Galashiels
    Birmingham New Street to Galashiels
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:07
    5 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    19:38
    Birmingham New Street
    Galashiels
    Birmingham New Street to Galashiels
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:07
    5 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    21:35
    Birmingham New Street
    Galashiels
    Birmingham New Street to Galashiels
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:07
    5 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    23:35
    Birmingham New Street
    Galashiels
    Birmingham New Street to Galashiels
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:27
    11 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    07:05
    Birmingham New Street
    Galashiels
    Birmingham New Street to Galashiels
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:40
    11 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    11:09
    Birmingham New Street
    Galashiels
    Birmingham New Street to Galashiels

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Galashiels Station

Station name Galashiels (GAL)
Address Galashiels station, Ladhope Vale, Galashiels, Borders, TD1 1BP
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham Stations and Galashiels

The travel time between Birmingham Stations and Galashiels by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham Stations and Galashiels vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

First class tickets on trains between Birmingham Stations and Galashiels typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Birmingham Stations and Galashiels can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birmingham Stations & Galashiels. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Galashiels.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birmingham Stations and Galashiels, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.