The average train between Leicester and Galashiels takes 6h 38m and the fastest train takes 5h 25m. 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 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Galashiels at 10:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 6h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 25m • 3 changesWant 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 Sheffield station and Edinburgh Waverley station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.
Leicester to Galashiels train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Galashiels train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Galashiels station.
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The distance between Leicester and Galashiels is 348.6 km. The road distance is 396 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Galashiels via Sheffield, Doncaster, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 7h 2m.