The average train between Galashiels and Bristol takes 8h 17m and the fastest train takes 7h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Galashiels to Bristol. 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 every 2 hours between Galashiels and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galashiels is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Bristol at 3:34 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Galashiels station and arriving at Bristol station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.
Galashiels to Bristol train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.
Galashiels to Bristol train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Galashiels to Bristol train tickets online with ScotRail and Cross Country.
The distance between Galashiels and Bristol is 462.9 km. The road distance is 746 km.
You can take a train from Galashiels to Bristol Temple Meads via Edinburgh Waverley in around 8h 23m.