Trains to Colchester from Gainsborough
| First train | 08:37 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:05 | |
| Departure station | Gainsborough | |
| Arrival station | Colchester | |
| Journey time | From 3h 56m | |
| Distance | 125 miles (201 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink |
Travel from Gainsborough to Colchester by train in 3 hours 56 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Gainsborough to Colchester by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Gainsborough to Colchester by train is 4 hours 54 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours 56 minutes. You'll usually find 3 trains per day travelling the 125 miles (201 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Colchester. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway on your way to Colchester, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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