The average train between ExCeL London and Gainsborough takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from ExCeL London 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 ExCeL London and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 12:20 AM at night, and the last departure from ExCeL London is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 9:37 AM. All services require a transfer at West Silvertown DLR Station and take an average of 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 29m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from ExCeL London 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 ExCeL London to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from ExCeL London station and arriving at Gainsborough station via Retford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
ExCeL London to Gainsborough train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from King's Cross station.
ExCeL London to Gainsborough train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Retford station.
The distance between ExCeL London and Gainsborough is 215.6 km. The road distance is 251 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Retford every 2 hours. Tickets cost £45–65 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Hull Trains also services this route every 4 hours.