The average train between Hull and Gainsborough takes 1h 58m and the fastest train takes 1h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Hull 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Hull and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hull is at 7:09 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 9:17 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hull to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Hull station and arriving at Gainsborough station via Retford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.
Hull to Gainsborough train services, operated by Hull Trains, depart from Hull station.
Hull to Gainsborough train services, operated by Hull Trains, arrive at Retford station.
Book your Hull to Gainsborough train tickets online with Hull Trains, Northern Trains Limited and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Hull and Gainsborough is 49.2 km. The road distance is 122 km.
Hull Trains operates a train from Hull to Retford every 4 hours. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 1h 8m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 6 times a week.