The average train between Galashiels and Lanark takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Galashiels to Lanark. 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 4 hours between Galashiels and Lanark. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galashiels is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Lanark at 10:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Galashiels to Lanark? 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 Galashiels to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Galashiels station and arriving at Lanark station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Galashiels to Lanark train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.
Galashiels to Lanark train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carluke station.
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The distance between Galashiels and Lanark is 61.3 km. The road distance is 124 km.
You can take a train from Galashiels to Lanark via Edinburgh Waverley and Carluke in around 3h 2m.