The average train between Blackburn and Galashiels takes 4h 34m and the fastest train takes 4h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackburn to Galashiels. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Blackburn and Galashiels. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Galashiels at 7:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Blackburn to Galashiels? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Galashiels. However, there are services departing from Blackburn station and arriving at Galashiels station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.
Blackburn to Galashiels train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackburn to Galashiels train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Galashiels station.
Book your Blackburn to Galashiels train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Caledonian Sleeper and 3 other operators.
The distance between Blackburn and Galashiels is 208.6 km. The road distance is 377 km.
You can take a train from Blackburn to Galashiels via Preston and Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 2m.