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Galashiels to Kilmarnock trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Galashiels and Kilmarnock takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. There is an hourly train service from Galashiels to Kilmarnock. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 24m
Duration
103 mi
Distance
£44
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Glasgow

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  1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain train
  2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kilmarnocktrain train
3h 24m
£30–67

Galashiels to Kilmarnock train times

Trains run hourly between Galashiels and Kilmarnock. 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 Kilmarnock at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Galashiels to Kilmarnock? 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.

Map of how to get from Galashiels to Kilmarnock.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 103.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Galashiels, Scotland and Kilmarnock, Scotland?

You can take a train from Galashiels to Kilmarnock via Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 3h 24m.

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