The average train between Bradford and Gainsborough takes 2h 48m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Bradford to Gainsborough. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Bradford and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 12:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Bradford is at 6:08 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 8:28 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bradford to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Bradford station and arriving at Gainsborough station via Gainsborough Lea Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.
Bradford to Gainsborough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Bradford to Gainsborough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Gainsborough Lea Road station.
Book your Bradford to Gainsborough train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bradford and Gainsborough is 79.5 km. The road distance is 128 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Gainsborough Lea Road every 2 hours. Tickets cost £28–50 and the journey takes 1h 50m.