First train | 04:31 | |
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Last train | 19:32 | |
Departure station | Winchester | |
Arrival station | Gainsborough | |
Journey time | From 4h 53m | |
Distance | 163 miles (262 km) | |
Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway |
Want to find out more about taking the train from Winchester to Gainsborough? Look no further.
You'll usually find 2 trains per day running between Winchester and Gainsborough, which usually take 5 hours 46 minutes to complete the 163 miles (262 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 53 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Gainsborough by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or South Western Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Winchester to Gainsborough if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
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The average journey time by train between Winchester and Gainsborough is 5 hours and 46 minutes, with around 2 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Winchester to Gainsborough is 4 hours and 53 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Winchester to Gainsborough. Travelling from Winchester to Gainsborough by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
The first train from Winchester to Gainsborough leaves at 04:31. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Winchester to Gainsborough leaves at 19:32. 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.
Trains travelling from Winchester to Gainsborough cover a distance of around 163 miles (262 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Gainsborough to Winchester.
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