The average train between Wakefield and Gainsborough takes 1h 34m and the fastest train takes 1h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Wakefield 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 Wakefield and Gainsborough. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 6:56 PM which arrives into Gainsborough at 8:28 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Gainsborough station. Services depart every 2 hours, and operate 6 times a week. The journey takes approximately 1h 34m.
Wakefield to Gainsborough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Wakefield to Gainsborough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Gainsborough Lea Road station.
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The distance between Wakefield and Gainsborough is 58.7 km. The road distance is 96 km.
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.