The average train between Galashiels and Carnforth takes 4h 10m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Galashiels to Carnforth. 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 Galashiels and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 5:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galashiels is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 9:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 4h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Galashiels to Carnforth? 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 Galashiels to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Galashiels station and arriving at Carnforth station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.
Galashiels to Carnforth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.
Galashiels to Carnforth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Lancaster station.
Book your Galashiels to Carnforth train tickets online with ScotRail, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Galashiels and Carnforth is 165.5 km. The road distance is 335 km.
You can take a train from Galashiels to Carnforth via Edinburgh Waverley and Lancaster in around 4h 21m.