The average train between Durham and Gainsborough takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Durham 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 Durham and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 4:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Durham is at 5:18 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 8:28 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 16m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Durham 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 Durham to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Durham station and arriving at Gainsborough station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Durham to Gainsborough train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Durham station.
Durham to Gainsborough train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Gainsborough Lea Road station.
Book your Durham to Gainsborough train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Durham and Gainsborough is 163.7 km. The road distance is 260 km.
You can take a train from Durham to Gainsborough Lea Road via Leeds in around 4h.