The average train between Hartlepool and Gainsborough takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Hartlepool 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 4 hours between Hartlepool and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 7:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 5:59 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 9:48 PM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Hartlepool to Gainsborough? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Hartlepool to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Gainsborough station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.
Hartlepool to Gainsborough train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Hartlepool station.
Hartlepool to Gainsborough train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at Retford station.
Book your Hartlepool to Gainsborough train tickets online with Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Hartlepool and Gainsborough is 147.7 km. The road distance is 190 km.
You can take a train from Hartlepool to Gainsborough Lea Road via York and Retford in around 3h 41m.