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Trip Overview

The average train between Portobello and Galashiels takes 45 min and the fastest train takes 43 min. There is an hourly train service from Portobello 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.

45 min
Duration
29 mi
Distance
£13
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Portobello to Galashiels train times

Trains run hourly between Portobello and Galashiels. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portobello is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Galashiels at 12:39 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 45 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 44 min • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 46 min • Direct
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    train train 48 min • Direct
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    train train 46 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 46 min • Direct
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    train train 48 min • Direct
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    train train 46 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 48 min • Direct
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    train train 45 min • Direct
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    train train 46 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 46 min • Direct
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    train train 48 min • Direct
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    train train 46 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 46 min • Direct
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    train train 48 min • Direct
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    train train 46 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Portobello 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.

Map of how to get from Portobello to Galashiels.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 28.6 mi
  • Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Portobello, Scotland and Galashiels, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Brunstane to Galashiels every 2 hours. Tickets cost £11–18 and the journey takes 45 min.

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