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Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Gainsborough Central (GNB)

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13

train journeys
per day

135

miles (217 kms)

4hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 23:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Carlisle (CAR) to Gainsborough Central (GNB)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Carlisle and Gainsborough Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carlisle to Gainsborough Central is approximately 135 miles (217 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 10 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Gainsborough Central.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carlisle to Gainsborough Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Carlisle to Gainsborough Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:49
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    10:41
    Carlisle
    Gainsborough Central
    Carlisle to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:22
    5 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    12:08
    Carlisle
    Gainsborough Central
    Carlisle to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:35
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    13:07
    Carlisle
    Gainsborough Central
    Carlisle to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:50
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Carlisle
    Gainsborough Central
    Carlisle to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:32
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    15:04
    Carlisle
    Gainsborough Central
    Carlisle to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:58
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    15:49
    Carlisle
    Gainsborough Central
    Carlisle to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    5 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    17:02
    Carlisle
    Gainsborough Central
    Carlisle to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:36
    5 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    19:04
    Carlisle
    Gainsborough Central
    Carlisle to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:54
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    19:41
    Carlisle
    Gainsborough Central
    Carlisle to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:35
    5 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    21:04
    Carlisle
    Gainsborough Central
    Carlisle to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:24
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    21:44
    Carlisle
    Gainsborough Central
    Carlisle to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:30
    10 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    07:11
    Carlisle
    Gainsborough Central
    Carlisle to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:04
    12 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    10:41
    Carlisle
    Gainsborough Central
    Carlisle to Gainsborough Central

About Carlisle Station

Station name Carlisle (CAR)
Address Carlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 20:00
Saturday 05:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Gainsborough Central Station

Station name Gainsborough Central (GNB)
Address Gainsborough Central station, Station Approach, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1XR
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carlisle and Gainsborough Central

The travel time between Carlisle and Gainsborough Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carlisle and Gainsborough Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:42.

First class tickets on trains between Carlisle and Gainsborough Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Carlisle and Gainsborough Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Carlisle & Gainsborough Central. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Carlisle and Gainsborough Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Carlisle and Gainsborough Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.