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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Gainsborough Central (GNB)

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7

train journeys
per day

124

miles (201 kms)

4hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

00:45 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Gainsborough Central (GNB)

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On a typical weekday there are 7 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Gainsborough Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 7 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Gainsborough Central is approximately 124 miles (201 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 22 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Gainsborough Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Gainsborough Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Gainsborough Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:45
    8 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    09:37
    Colchester
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:40
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    10:08
    Colchester
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:19
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    12:40
    Colchester
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:22
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    14:41
    Colchester
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:20
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    18:34
    Colchester
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:21
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    20:29
    Colchester
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:22
    10 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    09:37
    Colchester
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester to Gainsborough Central

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
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 Available
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 Colchester and Gainsborough Central

The travel time between Colchester and Gainsborough Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Gainsborough Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 7 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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

Amenities on trains between Colchester 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 Colchester & Gainsborough Central. owever, there are 7 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Gainsborough Central.

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