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Trains from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Forest Hill (FOH)

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24

train journeys
per day

138

miles (222 kms)

3hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

06:40 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

8

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to Forest Hill (FOH)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Gainsborough Lea Road and Forest Hill , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill is approximately 138 miles (222 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 56 mins.

London Overground, Northern Rail, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains, Southern, Elizabeth Line, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Gainsborough Lea Road and Forest Hill.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:40
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    10:12
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:04
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    10:22
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:44
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    11:07
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:45
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    12:12
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:07
    3 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    12:37
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:36
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    13:12
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:11
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    14:01
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:39
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    14:12
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:42
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    15:31
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:09
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    15:42
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:37
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    16:12
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:14
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    17:01
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:49
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    17:12
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:14
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    17:42
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:33
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    18:12
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:42
    3 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    18:52
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:31
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    20:12
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:38
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    20:37
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:47
    3 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    20:52
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:03
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    21:37
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    Forest Hill
    Gainsborough Lea Road to Forest Hill

About Gainsborough Lea Road Station

Station name Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
Address Gainsborough Lea Road station, Lea Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1AH
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
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 Forest Hill Station

Station name Forest Hill (FOH)
Address Forest Hill station, Devonshire Road, Forest Hill, Greater London, SE23 3HB
Managed by LO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:50
Saturday 06:40 - 21:15
Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Gainsborough Lea Road and Forest Hill

The travel time between Gainsborough Lea Road and Forest Hill by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gainsborough Lea Road and Forest Hill vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

First class tickets on trains between Gainsborough Lea Road and Forest Hill typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Gainsborough Lea Road and Forest Hill 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 Lea Road & Forest Hill. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Northern Rail, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains, Southern, Elizabeth Line, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Gainsborough Lea Road and Forest Hill.

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