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Thetford to Gainsborough by train

First train

07:25

Last train

13:22

Departure station

Thetford

Arrival station

Gainsborough

Journey time

From 3h 7m

Distance

93 miles (149 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway

Travelling from Thetford to Gainsborough by train

Looking to travel from Thetford to Gainsborough by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 22 minutes to travel from Thetford to Gainsborough by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 7 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 93 miles (149 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Gainsborough, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway or East Midlands Railway to get to Gainsborough – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Thetford to Gainsborough in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Thetford 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 Thetford and Gainsborough by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Thetford to Gainsborough is 3 hours and 7 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Thetford to Gainsborough?

No, there are no direct train services from Thetford to Gainsborough. Travelling from Thetford to Gainsborough by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

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

The first train from Thetford to Gainsborough leaves at 07:25. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Thetford to Gainsborough leaves at 13:22. 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 Thetford and Gainsborough by train?

Trains travelling from Thetford to Gainsborough cover a distance of around 93 miles (149 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from Thetford 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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