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Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Gainsborough Central (GNB)

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9

train journeys
per day

126

miles (202 kms)

4hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

07:33 / 23:07

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Gainsborough Central (GNB)

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On a typical weekday there are 9 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester Town and Gainsborough Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester Town to Gainsborough Central is approximately 126 miles (202 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 51 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester Town to Gainsborough Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 29 mins.

Journeys from Colchester Town to Gainsborough Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:33
    4 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    12:08
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester Town to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:57
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    13:44
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester Town to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:35
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    15:04
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester Town to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:35
    5 hrs 14 mins 4 changes
    15:49
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester Town to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:35
    5 hrs 27 mins 4 changes
    17:02
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester Town to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:35
    5 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    18:04
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester Town to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:35
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    19:04
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester Town to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:35
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    21:04
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester Town to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:00
    11 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    Colchester Town
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester Town to Gainsborough Central

About Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
Address Colchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Town and Gainsborough Central

The travel time between Colchester Town and Gainsborough Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Town and Gainsborough Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 9 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:07.

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

Amenities on trains between Colchester Town 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 Town & Gainsborough Central. owever, there are 9 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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