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Trains from Gainsborough to Thurso

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Trains to Thurso from Gainsborough

First train

10:56

Last train

21:49

Departure stationGainsborough
Arrival stationThurso
Journey time

From 11h 24m

Distance

374 miles (602 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail

What are the train times from Gainsborough to Thurso?

Check out the next trains departing from Gainsborough to Thurso for Tuesday 3rd November 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
10:5622:2011h 24m, 4 changes
14:5610:5920h 3m, 3 changes
19:4514:2418h 39m, 3 changes
19:5614:2418h 28m, 4 changes
21:4917:5020h 1m, 5 changes
23:0517:5018h 45m, 5 changes

Trains to Thurso from Gainsborough

Want to travel from Gainsborough to Thurso by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 16 hours 16 minutes to travel from Gainsborough to Thurso by train. You'll find on average 1 train per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Thurso by train; you'll need to make 3 changes.

London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail and East Midlands Railway trains run on this route.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Gainsborough to Thurso?

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

How do you get to Thurso from Gainsborough?

To travel to Thurso from Gainsborough, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 16 hours and 16 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 11 hours and 24 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Gainsborough to Thurso?

Trains from Gainsborough to Thurso take an average of 16 hours and 16 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 11 hours and 24 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Gainsborough and Thurso by train?

The quickest journey time between Gainsborough and Thurso by train is 11 hours and 24 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Gainsborough to Thurso?

No, there are no direct trains running from Gainsborough to Thurso, you’ll usually need to make at least 3 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Gainsborough to Thurso?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

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2. Use a Railcard

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Gainsborough to Thurso is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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