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The average train between Ayr and Gainsborough takes 7h 38m and the fastest train takes 5h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Ayr to Gainsborough. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 38m
Duration
350 mi
Distance
£156
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Ayr to Gainsborough train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Ayr and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ayr is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 1:38 PM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 7h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 58m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 51m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 27m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 25m • 4 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 53m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 47m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 52m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited6h 33m • 4 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited6h 19m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 23m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 57m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 53m • 4 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited6h 19m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 23m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 57m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 53m • 4 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited6h 19m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 23m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 57m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 53m • 4 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited6h 19m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 23m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 57m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 53m • 4 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited6h 19m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 23m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 57m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 53m • 4 changes
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Want to know about travelling from Ayr to Gainsborough? 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.

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  • Distance: 349.8 mi
  • Duration: 7h 38m

What companies run services between Ayr, Scotland and Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England?

You can take a train from Ayr to Gainsborough Lea Road via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, York, and Retford in around 7h 13m.

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