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The average train between ExCeL London and Gainsborough takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. 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.

3h 37m
Duration
158 mi
Distance
£55
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

ExCeL London to Gainsborough train times

Trains run every 2 hours between ExCeL London and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 12:25 AM at night, and the last departure from ExCeL London is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 8:31 AM. All services require a transfer at West Silvertown DLR Station and take an average of 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 26m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 25m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternHull TrainsNorthern Trains Limited2h 24m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 23m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited8h 4m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 26m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 25m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternHull TrainsNorthern Trains Limited2h 24m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 45m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 30m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternHull TrainsNorthern Trains Limited2h 25m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 24m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 53m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 54m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 54m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 48m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited8h 4m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 26m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 25m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternHull TrainsNorthern Trains Limited2h 24m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited8h 4m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 26m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 25m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternHull TrainsNorthern Trains Limited2h 24m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited8h 4m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 26m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited2h 25m • 3 changes
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    Dockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternHull TrainsNorthern Trains Limited2h 24m • 3 changes
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Want 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.

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  • Distance: 157.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between ExCeL London, England and Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England?

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 25m. Hull Trains also services this route every 4 hours.

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