The average train between Ely and Gainsborough takes 2h 5m and the fastest train takes 1h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Ely 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 4 hours between Ely and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ely is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 9:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 2h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ely 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 Ely to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Gainsborough station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.
Ely to Gainsborough train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Gainsborough train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Retford station.
Book your Ely to Gainsborough train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Ely and Gainsborough is 129.3 km. The road distance is 164 km.
You can take a train from Ely to Gainsborough Lea Road via Peterborough and Retford in around 3h 6m.