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It takes an average of 4h 10m to travel from Skegness to Gainsborough by train, over a distance of around 49 miles (79 km). There are normally 13 trains per day travelling from Skegness to Gainsborough and tickets for this journey start from £27.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:17 | |
| Departure station | Skegness | |
| Arrival station | Gainsborough | |
| Journey time | From 2h 5m | |
| Distance | 49 miles (79 km) | |
| Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £27.60 | |
| Train operators | East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Skegness to Gainsborough in 2 hours 5 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Skegness to Gainsborough? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 10 minutes to travel the 49 miles (79 km) from Skegness to Gainsborough by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 5 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 13 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Hull Trains to Gainsborough. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Skegness to Gainsborough in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £27.60. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Gainsborough by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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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. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.