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Trip Overview

The train between Gainsborough and Edinburgh takes 3h 24m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Gainsborough to Edinburgh. 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 24m
Duration
262 mi
Distance
£104
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Gainsborough to Edinburgh train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Gainsborough and Edinburgh. The service departs Gainsborough at 7:03 AM in the morning, which arrives into Edinburgh at 10:27:30. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 24m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 24m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 24m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 24m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 24m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 24m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Gainsborough to Edinburgh? 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.

Map of how to get from Gainsborough to Edinburgh.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 261.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Retford to Edinburgh Waverley once daily. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 3h 1m.

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