The average train between Slough and Gainsborough takes 4h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. 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 6:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Slough is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon Without and take an average of 4h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 37m • 3 changesWant 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 Farringdon Without. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.
Slough to Gainsborough train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Slough station.
Slough to Gainsborough train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Retford station.
Book your Slough to Gainsborough train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL), London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Slough and Gainsborough is 208.7 km. The road distance is 275 km.
You can take a train from Slough to Gainsborough Lea Road via Farringdon Without, Farringdon station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Retford in around 3h 47m.