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Trains from Harpenden (HPD) to Gainsborough Central (GNB)

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20

train journeys
per day

111

miles (178 kms)

4hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

04:58 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Harpenden (HPD) to Gainsborough Central (GNB)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Harpenden and Gainsborough Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Harpenden to Gainsborough Central is approximately 111 miles (178 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 38 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Harpenden and Gainsborough Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Harpenden to Gainsborough Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Harpenden to Gainsborough Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:58
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    10:08
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:34
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:44
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:09
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    12:08
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    12:40
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:09
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    13:07
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:08
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    14:02
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:55
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    14:41
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:08
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    15:04
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:08
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    16:02
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:08
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    17:02
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:08
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    18:04
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:55
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    18:34
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:08
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    19:04
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:08
    5 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    20:09
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:55
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    20:29
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:08
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    21:04
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:07
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    22:18
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:38
    9 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    07:11
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:41
    9 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    09:37
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:52
    10 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    Harpenden
    Gainsborough Central
    Harpenden to Gainsborough Central

About Harpenden Station

Station name Harpenden (HPD)
Address Harpenden station, Station Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4SP
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:15
Saturday 06:15 - 19:15
Sunday 07:15 - 20:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Harpenden and Gainsborough Central

The travel time between Harpenden and Gainsborough Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Harpenden and Gainsborough Central 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 04:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Harpenden & Gainsborough Central. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Harpenden and Gainsborough Central.

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