Scunthorpe to Gainsborough by train
| First train | 05:47 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:48 | |
| Departure station | Scunthorpe | |
| Arrival station | Gainsborough | |
| Journey time | From 1h 0m | |
| Distance | 14 miles (22 km) | |
| Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Scunthorpe to Gainsborough by train
Looking to travel from Scunthorpe to Gainsborough by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 59 minutes to travel from Scunthorpe to Gainsborough by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour though. You'll usually find 13 trains per day running along the 14 miles (22 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, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to get to Gainsborough. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Scunthorpe 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!
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