The average train between Galashiels and Chester takes 4h 58m and the fastest train takes 4h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Galashiels to Chester. 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 every 4 hours between Galashiels and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galashiels is at 5:55 PM which arrives into Chester at 10:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 4h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Galashiels to Chester? 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 Chester. However, there are services departing from Galashiels station and arriving at Chester station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.
Galashiels to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.
Galashiels to Chester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.
Book your Galashiels to Chester train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Galashiels and Chester is 269.8 km. The road distance is 430 km.
You can take a train from Galashiels to Chester via Edinburgh Waverley and Warrington Bank Quay in around 5h 30m.