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Avanti West Coast operates all trains services from Birmingham to Galashiels.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Galashiels
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Galashiels run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £248 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:23, the last at 15:24. The fastest train covers the 353 km distance in 5h 28m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 353 km |
Average train duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £248 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 28m |
First train 7:23 |
Last train 15:24 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Birmingham to Galashiels trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Birmingham and Galashiels from £248. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 28m
Cheapest Price
£248
Avanti West Coast frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Birmingham to Galashiels train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Galashiels by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Galashiels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Birmingham to Galashiels can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £248, while the average price tends to be around £250.
The train journey from Birmingham to Galashiels covers a distance of 353 km and takes approximately 5h 28m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Birmingham to Galashiels is 353 km.
The first train from Birmingham to Galashiels leaves at 7:23.
The last train from Birmingham to Galashiels departs at 15:24.
Trains from Birmingham to Galashiels run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Birmingham to Galashiels.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Birmingham to Galashiels.
To get from Birmingham to Galashiels, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Birmingham to Galashiels.
The train station in Birmingham that goes to Galashiels is Birmingham New Street (BHM), and it arrives at Galashiels station (GAL).
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Galashiels is by train, costing approximately £248.
Booking trains from Birmingham to Galashiels in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Birmingham to Galashiels offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Scottish Borders and the rolling hills of Northern England.
A day trip from Birmingham to Galashiels is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 28m each way. There are 4 trains per day.
To explore Galashiels and its surrounding attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is usually sufficient. This allows time to visit local highlights such as the Old Gala House, enjoy the scenic walks, and explore nearby towns like Melrose.
Yes, you can take the train from Birmingham to Galashiels.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Galashiels
Birmingham
Galashiels
The major train station for departures in Birmingham is Stechford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stechford for your trip from Birmingham to Galashiels.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lounge
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 14:00 Friday 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday 08:00 - 17:00 Sunday 10:00 - 12:00
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Stechford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering: Rail replacement buses towards Birmingham will use the Stechford Rail Station 53/11C bus stop on Station Road. Rail replacement buses towards Coventry will be 53/11A Stechford Rail Station bus stop on Station Road.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WC
HotelLounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
Lockers
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
Dining
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
Accessibility
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- In the middle of the station.
Public transport options for Birmingham New Street
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:00 - 21:00 Friday 06:00 - 23:00 Saturday 07:00 - 23:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 None
Parking
- Car Park: Birmingham Snow Hill (Council Managed)
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 3 and also on Platform 2. The Gents toilets are located on Platform 2 and Platform 3. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1 and 3; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The toilet facilities are only available from the first to last service.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Birmingham Snow Hill
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Bus Stop SH4, at the front of the station on Colmore Row.
The major train station for arrivals in Galashiels is Galashiels. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Galashiels for your journey to Galashiels from Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Inside shelter
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Galashiels
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the transport interchange opposite the station
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