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Trains from Galashiels (GAL) to Bolton (BON)

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15

train journeys
per day

142

miles (228 kms)

4hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

06:54 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Galashiels (GAL) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Galashiels and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Galashiels to Bolton is approximately 142 miles (228 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 21 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Galashiels and Bolton.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Galashiels to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Galashiels to Bolton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    11:06
    Galashiels
    Bolton
    Galashiels to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    4 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    12:07
    Galashiels
    Bolton
    Galashiels to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:54
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    13:06
    Galashiels
    Bolton
    Galashiels to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:25
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    14:21
    Galashiels
    Bolton
    Galashiels to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:54
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    15:06
    Galashiels
    Bolton
    Galashiels to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:25
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    16:06
    Galashiels
    Bolton
    Galashiels to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:53
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    17:34
    Galashiels
    Bolton
    Galashiels to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:23
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    18:21
    Galashiels
    Bolton
    Galashiels to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:51
    4 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    19:06
    Galashiels
    Bolton
    Galashiels to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:24
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    19:53
    Galashiels
    Bolton
    Galashiels to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:54
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    21:06
    Galashiels
    Bolton
    Galashiels to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:26
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    21:53
    Galashiels
    Bolton
    Galashiels to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:54
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    23:51
    Galashiels
    Bolton
    Galashiels to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:18
    11 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    08:36
    Galashiels
    Bolton
    Galashiels to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:23
    10 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Galashiels
    Bolton
    Galashiels to Bolton

About Galashiels Station

Station name Galashiels (GAL)
Address Galashiels station, Ladhope Vale, Galashiels, Borders, TD1 1BP
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Bolton Station

Station name Bolton (BON)
Address Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 21:00
Thursday 06:00 - 21:00
Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Galashiels and Bolton

The travel time between Galashiels and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Galashiels and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

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Amenities on trains between Galashiels and Bolton 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 & Bolton. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Galashiels and Bolton.

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