The average train between Galashiels and Slough takes 6h 48m and the fastest train takes 6h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Galashiels to Slough. 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 Slough. 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 Slough at 2:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 6h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 12m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Galashiels to Slough? 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 Slough. However, there are services departing from Galashiels station and arriving at Slough station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.
Galashiels to Slough train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.
Galashiels to Slough train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at King's Cross station.
Book your Galashiels to Slough train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Galashiels and Slough is 479.4 km. The road distance is 717 km.
You can take a train from Galashiels to Slough via Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Farringdon station, and Farringdon Without in around 6h 20m.