First train | 10:10 | |
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Last train | 16:10 | |
Departure station | Northampton | |
Arrival station | Galashiels | |
Journey time | From 6h 25m | |
Distance | 246 miles (396 km) | |
Changes | 3 changes | |
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Thinking about taking the train from Northampton to Galashiels? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 27 minutes to travel the 246 miles (396 km) from Northampton to Galashiels by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 25 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Avanti West Coast or ScotRail, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Northampton to Galashiels in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Galashiels by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
The fastest journey time by train from Northampton to Galashiels is 6 hours and 25 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Northampton to Galashiels. Travelling from Northampton to Galashiels by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.
The first train from Northampton to Galashiels leaves at 10:10. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Northampton to Galashiels leaves at 16:10. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Northampton to Galashiels cover a distance of around 246 miles (396 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Galashiels to Northampton.
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