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Diss to Gainsborough by train

First train

04:47

Last train

00:10

Departure station

Diss

Arrival station

Gainsborough

Journey time

From 3h 50m

Distance

106 miles (171 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway

How to travel from Diss to Gainsborough by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Diss to Gainsborough? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Diss and Gainsborough, which usually take 4 hours 40 minutes to complete the 106 miles (171 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 50 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Gainsborough by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Diss to Gainsborough if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Gainsborough? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Diss to Gainsborough? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Diss and Gainsborough by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Diss to Gainsborough is 3 hours and 50 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Diss to Gainsborough?

No, there are no direct train services from Diss to Gainsborough. Travelling from Diss to Gainsborough by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Diss to Gainsborough leave?

The first train from Diss to Gainsborough leaves at 04:47. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Diss to Gainsborough leave?

The last train from Diss to Gainsborough leaves at 00:10. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Diss and Gainsborough by train?

Trains travelling from Diss to Gainsborough cover a distance of around 106 miles (171 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Gainsborough to Diss.

Cheap train tickets from Diss to Gainsborough

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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