The average train between Kendal and Galashiels takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal to Galashiels. 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 2 hours between Kendal and Galashiels. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Galashiels at 7:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kendal to Galashiels? 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 Kendal to Galashiels. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Galashiels station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
Kendal to Galashiels train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Galashiels train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Galashiels station.
Book your Kendal to Galashiels train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kendal and Galashiels is 143.4 km. The road distance is 297 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to Galashiels via Oxenholme Lake District and Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 21m.