Leeds to Gainsborough by train

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Overview: trains from Leeds to Gainsborough

Find the key information for travelling by train from Leeds to Gainsborough, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:05 View journey
Last train 21:11 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 2m View journey
Distance (km) 69
Trains / day 15 View all
Cheapest journey €14.03 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 36m
Train operators 7

Taking the train from Leeds to Gainsborough

So you’re considering going from Leeds to Gainsborough by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost from Leeds to Gainsborough

Ready to book tickets from Leeds to Gainsborough? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Leeds and Gainsborough typically run €14.03.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 4 months in advance.

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Departure frequency and timetable from Leeds to Gainsborough

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Leeds to Gainsborough:

  • 05:05 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 20:10 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:05 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 21:11 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 48 minutes from Leeds toward Gainsborough.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 15 trains serving this route each day.

How long is the train journey from Leeds to Gainsborough?

This journey covers a total of 69 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 1 hour and 2 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets between Leeds and Gainsborough?

Tickets along this route go on sale 4 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Maximising your travels to Gainsborough

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Gainsborough.

FAQs about the train journey from Leeds to Gainsborough

Want to know more about your journey from Leeds to Gainsborough? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Leeds and Gainsborough is 69 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.