The average train between Leicester and Galashiels takes 7h 17m and the fastest train takes 6h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 hourly between Leicester and Galashiels. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 9:16 PM which arrives into Galashiels at 11:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 7h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Galashiels. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Galashiels station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.
Leicester to Galashiels train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Galashiels train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Galashiels station.
Book your Leicester to Galashiels train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and ScotRail.
The distance between Leicester and Galashiels is 348.6 km. The road distance is 641 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Galashiels via Peterborough and Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 44m.