The average train between Preston and Galashiels takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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 Preston and Galashiels. The earliest departure is at 12:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Galashiels at 11:35 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Galashiels. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Galashiels station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.
Preston to Galashiels train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Galashiels train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Galashiels station.
Book your Preston to Galashiels train tickets online with TransPennine Express, ScotRail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Galashiels is 206.2 km. The road distance is 358 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Galashiels via Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 48m.