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Trains from Gainsborough Central (GNB) to Sheffield (SHF)

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20

train journeys
per day

28

miles (46 kms)

54 mins

fastest journey

06:33 / 23:00

first / last train

1

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Gainsborough Central (GNB) to Sheffield (SHF)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Gainsborough Central and Sheffield , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gainsborough Central to Sheffield is approximately 28 miles (46 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 30 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Gainsborough Central and Sheffield.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gainsborough Central to Sheffield. The fastest journey time on this route takes 54 mins.

Journeys from Gainsborough Central to Sheffield Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:33
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    08:04
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:13
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    08:43
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:16
    1 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    09:42
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:36
    1 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:05
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    10:42
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:08
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    11:41
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:11
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    12:41
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:05
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    13:40
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:18
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    14:46
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:18
    54 mins Direct
    15:12
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:11
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    16:42
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:07
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    17:42
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:16
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    18:45
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:32
    1 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    19:09
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:13
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    19:42
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:18
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    20:42
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:28
    1 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    21:09
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:09
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    21:46
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:19
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    22:48
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:34
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    00:06
    Gainsborough Central
    Sheffield
    Gainsborough Central to Sheffield

About Gainsborough Central Station

Station name Gainsborough Central (GNB)
Address Gainsborough Central station, Station Approach, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1XR
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Sheffield Station

Station name Sheffield (SHF)
Address Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:50
Saturday 05:00 - 22:50
Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Gainsborough Central and Sheffield

The travel time between Gainsborough Central and Sheffield by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gainsborough Central and Sheffield vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:00.

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Amenities on trains between Gainsborough Central and Sheffield can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 1 direct services per day from Gainsborough Central to Sheffield

East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Gainsborough Central and Sheffield.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Gainsborough Central and Sheffield, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.