The average train between Perth and Gainsborough takes 7h 14m and the fastest train takes 5h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Perth 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 Perth and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 9:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 7h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 15m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Perth to Gainsborough? 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 Perth to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Retford station via Edinburgh Waverley station and York station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.
Perth to Gainsborough train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Gainsborough train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Retford station.
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The distance between Perth and Gainsborough is 375.7 km. The road distance is 443 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Gainsborough Lea Road via Edinburgh Waverley, York, and Retford in around 6h 37m.