Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Tilbury to Gainsborough

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

East Midlands Railway
Hull Trains

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Tilbury to Gainsborough

Trains to Gainsborough from Tilbury

First train

13:08

Last train

23:01

Departure stationTilbury
Arrival stationGainsborough
Journey time

From 4h 21m

Distance

142 miles (229 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, c2c

Travelling from Tilbury to Gainsborough by train

If you're planning to travel from Tilbury to Gainsborough, we're here to help!

On average, the train journey from Tilbury to Gainsborough takes around 5 hours 59 minutes. There are normally 0 trains per day travelling from Tilbury to Gainsborough.

You'll have to make 3 changes on your journey to Gainsborough, as there are no direct trains.

London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink and c2c trains operate on this route.

Save money on your train tickets by booking in advance.

Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and find the cheapest fares.

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

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

What is the fastest train from Tilbury to Gainsborough?

The fastest trains from Tilbury to Gainsborough can cover the distance of 142 miles (229 km) in as little as 4 hours and 21 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Tilbury to Gainsborough?

No, you can’t travel from Tilbury to Gainsborough on a direct train, you’ll need to make at least 3 changes during the journey.

How far is Gainsborough from Tilbury by train?

The distance from Tilbury to Gainsborough is around 142 miles (229 km). When you travel between them by train, the fastest journey time takes 4 hours and 21 minutes.

What is the best way to get from Tilbury to Gainsborough?

The best way to get from Tilbury to Gainsborough is by taking a train. Trains offer a quick, comfortable journey taking just 4 hours and 21 minutes on the quickest services, with frequent departures throughout the day.

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

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

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

2. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

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 Tilbury to Gainsborough 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.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link