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Trains from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to East Croydon (ECR)

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27

train journeys
per day

142

miles (228 kms)

2hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

06:40 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

13

routes

Trains from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to East Croydon (ECR)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Gainsborough Lea Road and East Croydon , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon is approximately 142 miles (228 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 40 mins.

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

There are 13 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:40
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:15
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    07:44
    3 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    11:02
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    08:47
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    12:02
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    09:07
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:15
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    09:36
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    13:15
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    10:11
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    13:45
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    10:39
    3 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    14:02
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    11:42
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    12:09
    3 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    15:39
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    12:36
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    16:02
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    12:37
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    16:15
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    13:14
    3 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    16:45
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    13:49
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    17:16
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    13:50
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    17:16
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    14:14
    3 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    17:39
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    14:33
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    18:15
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    14:36
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    18:15
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    15:42
    3 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    18:48
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    16:38
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    20:15
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon
  • Mon 6th May
    17:47
    2 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    20:45
    Gainsborough Lea Road
    East Croydon
    Gainsborough Lea Road to East Croydon

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 East Croydon Station

Station name East Croydon (ECR)
Address East Croydon station, Station Approach, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 1LF
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday
Saturday
Sunday
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 Lea Road and East Croydon

The travel time between Gainsborough Lea Road and East Croydon by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gainsborough Lea Road and East Croydon vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 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 East Croydon typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Gainsborough Lea Road and East Croydon 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 & East Croydon. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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