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Trains from Galashiels (GAL) to Reading

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23

train journeys
per day

297

miles (478 kms)

6hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

05:53 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Galashiels (GAL) to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Galashiels and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Galashiels to Reading is approximately 297 miles (478 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 14 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, GWR, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Galashiels and Reading.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Galashiels to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 33 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Galashiels to Reading

Journeys from Galashiels to Reading Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:53
    6 hrs 53 mins3 changes
    12:46
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:24
    6 hrs 34 mins3 changes
    12:58
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:54
    6 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    13:53
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:23
    6 hrs 48 mins3 changes
    14:11
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:53
    7 hrs3 changes
    14:53
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:23
    6 hrs 48 mins3 changes
    15:11
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:54
    6 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    15:53
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:55
    6 hrs 51 mins3 changes
    16:46
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:24
    6 hrs 34 mins3 changes
    16:58
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:54
    6 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    17:53
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:25
    6 hrs 33 mins3 changes
    17:58
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:53
    7 hrs 4 mins3 changes
    18:57
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:22
    6 hrs 37 mins3 changes
    18:59
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:53
    7 hrs3 changes
    19:53
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:23
    6 hrs 33 mins3 changes
    19:56
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:54
    6 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    20:46
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:23
    6 hrs 34 mins3 changes
    20:57
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:52
    7 hrs 2 mins3 changes
    21:54
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:24
    6 hrs 52 mins3 changes
    22:16
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:53
    7 hrs 49 mins4 changes
    23:42
    Galashiels
    Reading
    Galashiels to Reading

About Galashiels Station

Station name Galashiels (GAL)
AddressGalashiels station, Ladhope Vale, Galashiels, Borders, TD1 1BP
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Galashiels and Reading

The travel time between Galashiels and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Galashiels and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

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Amenities on trains between Galashiels and Reading can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Galashiels & Reading. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, GWR, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Galashiels and Reading.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Galashiels and Reading, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.