The average train between Scarborough and Gainsborough takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Scarborough 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 Scarborough and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scarborough is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 7:29 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 39m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Scarborough 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 Scarborough to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Scarborough station and arriving at Retford station via York station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Scarborough to Gainsborough train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.
Scarborough to Gainsborough train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Retford station.
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The distance between Scarborough and Gainsborough is 102.5 km. The road distance is 126 km.
You can take a train from Scarborough to Gainsborough Lea Road via York and Retford in around 3h 26m.