The average train between Southampton and Galashiels takes 8h 2m and the fastest train takes 7h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Southampton 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 Southampton and Galashiels. The earliest departure is at 4:52 AM at night, and the last departure from Southampton is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Galashiels at 2:04 PM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 8h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Southampton 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 Southampton to Galashiels. However, there are services departing from Southampton station and arriving at Galashiels station via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.
Southampton to Galashiels train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Galashiels train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Galashiels station.
Book your Southampton to Galashiels train tickets online with South Western Railway, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Southampton and Galashiels is 532.2 km. The road distance is 811 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to Galashiels via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 7h 33m.