The average train between Bristol and Gainsborough takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol 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 Bristol and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 6:39 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Gainsborough station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.
Bristol to Gainsborough train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Gainsborough train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Gainsborough Lea Road station.
Book your Bristol to Gainsborough train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bristol and Gainsborough is 247.7 km. The road distance is 318 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Gainsborough Lea Road via Sheffield in around 4h 21m.