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Pontefract to Gainsborough trains

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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
£26
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain train Leeds - Lincoln Central
2h 52m
£22–45

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 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 43m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 47m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 42m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 43m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 47m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 42m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited11h 10m • 1 change

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 43m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 47m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 42m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 43m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 47m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 42m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 43m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 47m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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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 £19–40 and the journey takes 1h 33m.

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