The average train between Galashiels and Leeds takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Galashiels to Leeds. 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 Galashiels and Leeds. The earliest departure is at 5:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galashiels is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Leeds at 9:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Galashiels station and arriving at Leeds station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Galashiels to Leeds train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.
Galashiels to Leeds train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Galashiels to Leeds train tickets online with ScotRail and Cross Country.
The distance between Galashiels and Leeds is 217.9 km. The road distance is 418 km.
You can take a train from Galashiels to Leeds via Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 52m.