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Direct services & connecting journeys
The journey results show whether direct services or options involving a change are available from Galashiels to Whitechapel for your selected date and time.
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Before you start your journey
Departing from Galashiels
- Departure station
- Galashiels station guide
- Address
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- Station Rd, TD1 1DQ
Operators serving Galashiels
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Facilities at Galashiels
- Ticket Office
- Waiting Room
Parking & meeting your train
- Paid parking (£2/day)
Explore the area around Galashiels
- Old Gala House
- Abbotsford House
About your departure station
Opened in 1849 as part of the Waverley Route, Galashiels Station was rebuilt in 2015 for the Borders Railway reopening.
The modern design incorporates local tweed patterns, honoring Selkirkshires textile heritage.
Handling 300,000 annual passengers, it serves as the main hub for the Borders Railway, connecting to Edinburgh in 55 minutes.
The original 1892 water tower remains operational for steam excursions.
Questions about this journey
Where can I see fares and train times from Galashiels to Whitechapel?
Open the ticket search and enter Galashiels as your departure station and Whitechapel as your arrival station, then add your travel date and passenger details to see the available options.
How do I check whether I need to change trains between Galashiels and Whitechapel?
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Can I include a Railcard?
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