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The average train between Scotland and Gainsborough takes 6h 18m and the fastest train takes 4h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Scotland 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.

6h 18m
Duration
309 mi
Distance
£137
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Scotland to Gainsborough train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Scotland and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scotland is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 9:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 6h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited11h 43m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited9h 44m • 3 changes

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 49m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 43m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 32m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 30m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 38m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 38m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 32m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 37m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 49m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 28m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 47m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 43m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 49m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 28m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 47m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 43m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 49m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 28m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 47m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 43m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 49m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 28m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 47m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited4h 43m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Scotland 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.

Map of how to get from Scotland to Gainsborough.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 308.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Scotland and Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Gainsborough Lea Road via Edinburgh Waverley, York, and Retford in around 5h 56m.

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