The average train between Penrith and Galashiels takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith 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 3 hours between Penrith and Galashiels. The earliest departure is at 7:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 10:04 PM which arrives into Galashiels at 7:07 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Galashiels. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Galashiels station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Penrith to Galashiels train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Galashiels train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Galashiels station.
Book your Penrith to Galashiels train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Penrith and Galashiels is 105.8 km. The road distance is 243 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Galashiels via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 56m.