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Journey information
Overview: Train from Galashiels to Scarborough
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Trains from Galashiels to Scarborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £141 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:22, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 4h 35m.
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 213 km |
Average train duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £141 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 6:22 |
Last train 23:23 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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: ScotRail from Galashiels to Scarborough trainsScotRail trains will get you between Galashiels and Scarborough from £141. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 35m
Cheapest Price
£141
ScotRail frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Galashiels to Scarborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galashiels to Scarborough 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 Scarborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Galashiels to Scarborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £141, while the average price tends to be around £178.
The train journey from Galashiels to Scarborough covers a distance of 213 km and takes approximately 4h 35m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Galashiels to Scarborough is 213 km.
The first train from Galashiels to Scarborough leaves at 6:22.
The last train from Galashiels to Scarborough departs at 23:23.
Trains from Galashiels to Scarborough run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Galashiels to Scarborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Galashiels to Scarborough.
To get from Galashiels to Scarborough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Galashiels to Scarborough.
The train station in Galashiels that goes to Scarborough is Galashiels station (GAL), and it arrives at Scarborough station (SCA).
The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Scarborough is by train, costing approximately £141.
Booking trains from Galashiels to Scarborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Galashiels to Scarborough offers picturesque views as it travels through the rolling hills and lush landscapes of the Scottish Borders and North Yorkshire, passing charming villages and scenic countryside.
A day trip from Galashiels to Scarborough is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 35m. The distance covered is 213 km, and trains operate 6 times per day.
Spending 2-3 days in Scarborough is ideal to explore its beaches, historic sites, and local attractions comfortably.
Yes, you can take the train from Galashiels to Scarborough.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Galashiels and Scarborough
Galashiels
Scarborough
The major train station for departures in Galashiels is Galashiels. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Galashiels for your trip from Galashiels to Scarborough.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Information 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
The major train station for arrivals in Scarborough is Scarborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Scarborough for your journey to Scarborough from Galashiels.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibility
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Hotel
Ticket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3. The toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Scarborough
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up /Drop off at the service bus stops on the main road outside of the station
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