The average train between Dumfries and Gainsborough takes 6h 53m and the fastest train takes 5h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries 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 every 2 hours between Dumfries and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 3:38 PM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 6h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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5h 30m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dumfries 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 Dumfries to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Gainsborough station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.
Dumfries to Gainsborough train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Gainsborough train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Gainsborough Lea Road station.
Book your Dumfries to Gainsborough train tickets online with ScotRail, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dumfries and Gainsborough is 263.3 km. The road distance is 368 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Gainsborough Lea Road via Carlisle, Manchester Oxford Road, and Sheffield in around 6h 9m.