The average train between Stranraer and Galashiels takes 6h 12m and the fastest train takes 5h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer 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 5 times a day between Stranraer and Galashiels. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stranraer is at 7:40 PM which arrives into Galashiels at 8:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 6h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Galashiels. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Galashiels station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.
Stranraer to Galashiels train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to Galashiels train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Galashiels station.
Book your Stranraer to Galashiels train tickets online with ScotRail and Cross Country.
The distance between Stranraer and Galashiels is 161.4 km. The road distance is 284 km.
You can take a train from Stranraer to Galashiels via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 38m.