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Trains from Galashiels (GAL) to Holyhead (HHD)

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9

train journeys
per day

175

miles (282 kms)

7hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

07:23 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Galashiels (GAL) to Holyhead (HHD)

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On a typical weekday there are 9 scheduled rail journeys between Galashiels and Holyhead , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Galashiels to Holyhead is approximately 175 miles (282 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 56 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Galashiels to Holyhead. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 16 mins.

Journeys from Galashiels to Holyhead Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:23
    7 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    15:20
    Galashiels
    Holyhead
    Galashiels to Holyhead
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:25
    7 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    17:18
    Galashiels
    Holyhead
    Galashiels to Holyhead
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:25
    7 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    18:47
    Galashiels
    Holyhead
    Galashiels to Holyhead
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:23
    7 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    20:39
    Galashiels
    Holyhead
    Galashiels to Holyhead
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:24
    7 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    22:58
    Galashiels
    Holyhead
    Galashiels to Holyhead
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:26
    7 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    00:51
    Galashiels
    Holyhead
    Galashiels to Holyhead
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:54
    7 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    02:23
    Galashiels
    Holyhead
    Galashiels to Holyhead
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    21:18
    14 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    11:42
    Galashiels
    Holyhead
    Galashiels to Holyhead
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:23
    13 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    12:32
    Galashiels
    Holyhead
    Galashiels to Holyhead

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

About Holyhead Station

Station name Holyhead (HHD)
Address Holyhead station, Station Approach, London Road, Holyhead, Anglesey, LL65 2BT
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:10
Saturday 06:10 - 19:10
Sunday 10:30 - 17:00
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Galashiels and Holyhead

The travel time between Galashiels and Holyhead by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Galashiels and Holyhead vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 9 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:23, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Galashiels & Holyhead. owever, there are 9 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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