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Pontefract to Gainsborough trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontefract and Gainsborough takes 3h 13m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Pontefract 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.

3h 13m
Duration
68 mi
Distance
£32
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

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best
  1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain train Leeds - Lincoln Central
2h 52m
£27–51

Pontefract to Gainsborough train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Pontefract and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 7:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 8:31 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 67.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Pontefract, England and Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Gainsborough Lea Road every 2 hours. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 1h 33m.

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