The average train between Dunbar and Galashiels takes 1h 52m and the fastest train takes 1h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Dunbar 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 Dunbar and Galashiels. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dunbar is at 10:59 PM which arrives into Galashiels at 7:07 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Dunbar to Galashiels. However, there are services departing from Dunbar station and arriving at Galashiels station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.
Dunbar to Galashiels train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Dunbar station.
Dunbar to Galashiels train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Galashiels station.
Book your Dunbar to Galashiels train tickets online with TransPennine Express, ScotRail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dunbar and Galashiels is 46.6 km. The road distance is 98 km.
You can take a train from Dunbar to Galashiels via Edinburgh Waverley in around 1h 42m.