The average train between Gainsborough and Brighton takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Gainsborough to Brighton. 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 Gainsborough and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 7:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gainsborough is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Brighton at 9:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Retford and take an average of 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Gainsborough to Brighton? 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 Gainsborough to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Gainsborough station and arriving at Brighton station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.
Gainsborough to Brighton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Retford station.
Gainsborough to Brighton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Brighton station.
Book your Gainsborough to Brighton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Gainsborough and Brighton is 287.3 km. The road distance is 324 km.
You can take a train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Brighton via Retford, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 53m.