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

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5

train journeys
per day

124

miles (201 kms)

3hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

09:40 / 19:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

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

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On a typical weekday there are 5 scheduled rail journeys between Gainsborough Central and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 5 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gainsborough Central to Colchester is approximately 124 miles (201 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 43 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gainsborough Central to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Gainsborough Central to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:40
    5 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    15:28
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester
    Gainsborough Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    17:54
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester
    Gainsborough Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:48
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    19:55
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester
    Gainsborough Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:16
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    21:51
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester
    Gainsborough Central to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:08
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    23:40
    Gainsborough Central
    Colchester
    Gainsborough Central to Colchester

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Gainsborough Central and Colchester

The travel time between Gainsborough Central and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gainsborough Central and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 5 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 09:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 19:34.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Gainsborough Central & Colchester. owever, there are 5 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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