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Trains from Margate (MAR) to Gainsborough Central (GNB)

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15

train journeys
per day

166

miles (267 kms)

5hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 23:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Margate (MAR) to Gainsborough Central (GNB)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Margate and Gainsborough Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Margate to Gainsborough Central is approximately 166 miles (267 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 38 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Gainsborough Central.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Margate to Gainsborough Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 4 mins.

Journeys from Margate to Gainsborough Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:40
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Margate
    Gainsborough Central
    Margate to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    5 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    12:08
    Margate
    Gainsborough Central
    Margate to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    5 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    12:40
    Margate
    Gainsborough Central
    Margate to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    5 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    13:07
    Margate
    Gainsborough Central
    Margate to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:48
    6 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    14:02
    Margate
    Gainsborough Central
    Margate to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:48
    5 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    14:41
    Margate
    Gainsborough Central
    Margate to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:48
    6 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    16:02
    Margate
    Gainsborough Central
    Margate to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:50
    6 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    17:02
    Margate
    Gainsborough Central
    Margate to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:50
    6 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    18:04
    Margate
    Gainsborough Central
    Margate to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:50
    5 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    18:34
    Margate
    Gainsborough Central
    Margate to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:48
    6 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    20:09
    Margate
    Gainsborough Central
    Margate to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:50
    5 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    20:29
    Margate
    Gainsborough Central
    Margate to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:48
    6 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    22:18
    Margate
    Gainsborough Central
    Margate to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:30
    10 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    07:11
    Margate
    Gainsborough Central
    Margate to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:23
    11 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    Margate
    Gainsborough Central
    Margate to Gainsborough Central

About Margate Station

Station name Margate (MAR)
Address Margate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Margate and Gainsborough Central

The travel time between Margate and Gainsborough Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 4 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Margate and Gainsborough Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:35.

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

Amenities on trains between Margate 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 Margate & Gainsborough Central. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Margate and Gainsborough Central.

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