The average train between Galashiels and Southampton takes 7h 38m and the fastest train takes 6h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Galashiels to Southampton. 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 Southampton. 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 Southampton at 3:00 PM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 7h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Galashiels to Southampton? 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 Southampton. However, there are services departing from Galashiels station and arriving at Southampton station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.
Galashiels to Southampton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.
Galashiels to Southampton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Galashiels to Southampton train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Galashiels and Southampton is 532.2 km. The road distance is 811 km.
You can take a train from Galashiels to Southampton Central via Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 7h 24m.