The average train between Gainsborough and Oakham takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 1h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Gainsborough to Oakham. 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 Oakham. The earliest departure is at 8:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gainsborough is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Oakham at 7:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Retford and take an average of 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Gainsborough to Oakham? 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 Oakham. However, there are services departing from Gainsborough station and arriving at Oakham station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.
Gainsborough to Oakham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Retford station.
Gainsborough to Oakham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Oakham station.
Book your Gainsborough to Oakham train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Cross Country.
The distance between Gainsborough and Oakham is 79.3 km. The road distance is 156 km.
You can take a train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Oakham via Retford and Peterborough in around 3h.