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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Gainsborough
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
326 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Gainsborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Gainsborough will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Gainsborough every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 326 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:303h28Edinburgh9:58Gainsborough£431One-way0 changes
- 6:303h28Edinburgh9:58Gainsborough£431One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Gainsborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Gainsborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £40, and a coach costs an average of £46.
Distance: 326 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£41 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 45m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Gainsborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Gainsborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 19:59. The fastest train covers the 326 km distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 326 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 5:37 |
Last train 19:59 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Gainsborough trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Gainsborough from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Edinburgh to Gainsborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Gainsborough by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gainsborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Gainsborough
Most Edinburgh to Gainsborough trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Gainsborough Lea Road station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Gainsborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Which Gainsborough station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Gainsborough Lea Road from Gainsborough city centre
Gainsborough Lea Road train station facilities and services
Gainsborough Lea Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Hotel.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gainsborough Lea Road.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gainsborough Lea Road: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gainsborough Lea Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Both platforms have step free access via ramps with a moderate gradient. However both ramps are 60 meters in length. Access between platforms is via a subway. This station has tactile paving at the edge of platform 2 but not at the edge of platform 1, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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