The average train between Slough and Gainsborough takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Slough 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 3 hours between Slough and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Slough is at 8:33 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 6:39 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Slough 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 Slough to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Slough station and arriving at Gainsborough station via Retford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.
Slough to Gainsborough train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from King's Cross station.
Slough to Gainsborough train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Retford station.
Book your Slough to Gainsborough train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Slough and Gainsborough is 208.7 km. The road distance is 272 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Retford every 2 hours. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Hull Trains also services this route every 4 hours.