The average train between Montrose and Galashiels takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Montrose 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 Montrose and Galashiels. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Montrose is at 10:13 PM which arrives into Galashiels at 7:07 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Montrose to Galashiels. However, there are services departing from Montrose station and arriving at Galashiels station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.
Montrose to Galashiels train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Montrose station.
Montrose to Galashiels train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Galashiels station.
Book your Montrose to Galashiels train tickets online with ScotRail, Cross Country and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Montrose and Galashiels is 123.6 km. The road distance is 194 km.
You can take a train from Montrose to Galashiels via Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 13m.