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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Galashiels (GAL)

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19

train journeys
per day

298

miles (479 kms)

6hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 5 changes)

9

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Galashiels (GAL)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Galashiels , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Galashiels is approximately 298 miles (479 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 42 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Grand Central, East Midlands Railway, ScotRail, Lumo, Thameslink, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Galashiels.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Galashiels. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 57 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Colchester to Galashiels

Journeys from Colchester to Galashiels Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:40
    6 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:20
    7 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    14:36
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:45
    7 hrs 50 mins 4 changes
    15:35
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:02
    8 hrs 4 mins 5 changes
    16:06
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:34
    8 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    16:37
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:01
    8 hrs 10 mins 5 changes
    17:11
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:43
    7 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    17:39
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:33
    7 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    18:08
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:21
    7 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    18:38
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:33
    8 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    19:38
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:33
    8 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    20:38
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:33
    8 hrs 2 mins 4 changes
    21:35
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:33
    8 hrs 2 mins 4 changes
    22:35
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:33
    8 hrs 2 mins 4 changes - overtaken train
    23:35
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:43
    7 hrs 52 mins 5 changes
    23:35
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:52
    7 hrs 45 mins 5 changes
    00:37
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:00
    14 hrs 38 mins 5 changes
    10:38
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:02
    12 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    11:36
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:19
    13 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Colchester
    Galashiels
    Colchester to Galashiels

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
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 Colchester and Galashiels

The travel time between Colchester and Galashiels by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Galashiels vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester 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 Colchester & Galashiels. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, Grand Central, East Midlands Railway, ScotRail, Lumo, Thameslink, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Galashiels.

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