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Trains from Pontefract Stations to Gainsborough Central (GNB)

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15

train journeys
per day

29

miles (48 kms)

2hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

08:02 / 23:14

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Pontefract Stations to Gainsborough Central (GNB)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Pontefract Stations and Gainsborough Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Pontefract Stations to Gainsborough Central is approximately 29 miles (48 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 53 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Pontefract Stations and Gainsborough Central.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Pontefract Monkhill to Gainsborough Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Pontefract Stations to Gainsborough Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:02
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    10:41
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Gainsborough Central
    Pontefract Monkhill to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:48
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:08
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Gainsborough Central
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:48
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:07
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Gainsborough Central
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:34
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Gainsborough Central
    Pontefract Monkhill to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:48
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    15:04
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Gainsborough Central
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:48
    2 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    15:49
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Gainsborough Central
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:52
    2 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    18:04
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Gainsborough Central
    Pontefract Monkhill to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:48
    2 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    19:04
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Gainsborough Central
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:47
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    20:09
    Pontefract Baghill
    Gainsborough Central
    Pontefract Baghill to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:48
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    21:04
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Gainsborough Central
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:48
    2 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    21:44
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Gainsborough Central
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:56
    11 hrs 48 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:44
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Gainsborough Central
    Pontefract Monkhill to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:58
    8 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    07:11
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Gainsborough Central
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:58
    11 hrs 46 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:44
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    Gainsborough Central
    Pontefract Tanshelf to Gainsborough Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:59
    11 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    10:44
    Pontefract Monkhill
    Gainsborough Central
    Pontefract Monkhill to Gainsborough Central

About Pontefract Stations Station

Station name Pontefract Stations (133)
Address Gainsborough Lea Road station, Lea Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1AH
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
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 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 Pontefract Stations and Gainsborough Central

The travel time between Pontefract Stations and Gainsborough Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Pontefract Stations and Gainsborough Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 08:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:14.

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Amenities on trains between Pontefract Stations 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 Pontefract Stations & Gainsborough Central. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Pontefract Stations and Gainsborough Central.

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