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Trains from Galashiels (GAL) to Taunton (TAU)

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20

train journeys
per day

318

miles (511 kms)

8hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

05:53 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Galashiels (GAL) to Taunton (TAU)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Galashiels and Taunton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Galashiels to Taunton is approximately 318 miles (511 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 16 mins.

ScotRail, Lumo, CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Galashiels and Taunton.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Galashiels to Taunton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Galashiels to Taunton Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:53
    8 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    14:15
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    06:24
    8 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    14:35
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    06:54
    8 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    15:15
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    07:23
    8 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    15:42
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    07:53
    8 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    16:15
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    08:23
    8 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    08:54
    8 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    17:16
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    09:55
    8 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    18:15
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    10:54
    8 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    19:23
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    11:53
    8 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    20:20
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    12:22
    8 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    20:39
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    12:53
    8 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    21:15
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    13:23
    8 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    22:00
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    13:54
    8 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    22:15
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    14:23
    8 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    23:01
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    14:51
    9 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    00:09
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    15:53
    8 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    00:45
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    18:54
    13 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    08:15
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    19:27
    14 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:16
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton
  • Mon 6th May
    23:23
    13 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    12:36
    Galashiels
    Taunton
    Galashiels to Taunton

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 Taunton Station

Station name Taunton (TAU)
Address Taunton station, Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 Taunton

The travel time between Galashiels and Taunton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Galashiels and Taunton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

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Amenities on trains between Galashiels and Taunton 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 & Taunton. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Lumo, CrossCountry, GWR, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Galashiels and Taunton.

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