The average train between Gainsborough and Hull takes 2h 13m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Gainsborough to Hull. 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 Gainsborough and Hull. The earliest departure is at 7:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gainsborough is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Hull at 11:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Gainsborough to Hull. However, there are services departing from Gainsborough station and arriving at Hull station via Hull. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.
Gainsborough to Hull train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Retford station.
Gainsborough to Hull train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Hull station.
Book your Gainsborough to Hull train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Hull Trains and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Gainsborough and Hull is 49.2 km. The road distance is 122 km.
Hull Trains operates a train from Retford to Hull every 4 hours. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 1h 19m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route twice a week.