The average train between Galashiels and Lanark takes 4h 4m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. 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 3 hours between Galashiels and Lanark. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galashiels is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Lanark at 7:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 4h 4m. 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 4h 4m.
Galashiels to Lanark train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.
Galashiels to Lanark train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carstairs station.
Book your Galashiels to Lanark train tickets online with ScotRail and Cross Country.
The distance between Galashiels and Lanark is 61.3 km. The road distance is 105 km.
You can take a train from Galashiels to Bus Station via Edinburgh Waverley, Carstairs, and St Charles Avenue in around 3h 4m.