The average train between Coventry and Gainsborough takes 3h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Coventry 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.
Trains run hourly between Coventry and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 1:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Coventry is at 8:36 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 6:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 58m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Coventry 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.
No, there is no direct train from Coventry to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Coventry station and arriving at Gainsborough station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.
Coventry to Gainsborough train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Coventry to Gainsborough train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Gainsborough Lea Road station.
Book your Coventry to Gainsborough train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Coventry and Gainsborough is 119.6 km. The road distance is 204 km.
You can take a train from Coventry to Gainsborough Lea Road via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield in around 3h 24m.