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Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Galashiels (GAL)

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19

train journeys
per day

90

miles (146 kms)

3hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

06:20 / 00:43

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Galashiels (GAL)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Darlington 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 Darlington to Galashiels is approximately 90 miles (146 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 36 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Galashiels.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Darlington to Galashiels. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 6 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Darlington to Galashiels

Journeys from Darlington to Galashiels Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:20
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    10:08
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:08
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    10:38
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:03
    3 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    11:36
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:24
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    12:37
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:23
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    13:37
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:24
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    14:36
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:25
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    15:35
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:00
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    16:06
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:24
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    16:37
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:03
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    17:11
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:25
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    17:39
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:24
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    18:38
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:24
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    19:38
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:26
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    20:38
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:24
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    21:35
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    19:26
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    22:35
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    20:22
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    23:35
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    21:26
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    00:37
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:57
    9 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:36
    Darlington
    Galashiels
    Darlington to Galashiels

About Darlington Station

Station name Darlington (DAR)
Address Darlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
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 Unavailable
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 Darlington and Galashiels

The travel time between Darlington and Galashiels by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Darlington 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 06:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

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

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Galashiels.

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