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Trains from Gainsborough Lea Road to Watford Junction

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Trains to Watford Junction from Gainsborough Lea Road

First train

05:40

Last train

22:04

Departure stationGainsborough Lea Road
Arrival stationWatford Junction
Journey time

From 2h 54m

Distance

120 miles (193 km)

Frequency

14 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway

What are the train times from Gainsborough Lea Road to Watford Junction?

Check out the next trains departing from Gainsborough Lea Road to Watford Junction for Tuesday 3rd November 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
13:4517:383h 53m, 4 changes
13:4517:443h 59m, 3 changes
13:5417:443h 50m, 4 changes
14:2918:143h 45m, 3 changes
14:4518:333h 48m, 3 changes
14:4518:383h 53m, 2 changes
14:5618:243h 28m, 3 changes
15:4518:442h 59m, 3 changes
15:4519:383h 53m, 2 changes
16:3819:372h 59m, 3 changes

Trains to Watford Junction from Gainsborough Lea Road

Want to travel from Gainsborough Lea Road to Watford Junction by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 4 hours 1 minute to travel from Gainsborough Lea Road to Watford Junction by train. You'll find on average 14 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Watford Junction by train; you'll need to make 3 changes.

London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry and Hull Trains trains operate on this route.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Gainsborough Lea Road to Watford Junction?

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

How do I travel from Gainsborough Lea Road to Watford Junction?

You can get from Gainsborough Lea Road to Watford Junction by train in 4 hours and 1 minute on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 2 hours and 54 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Watford Junction take?

The average journey time by train between Gainsborough Lea Road and Watford Junction is 4 hours and 1 minute, with around 14 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Gainsborough Lea Road and Watford Junction by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Watford Junction is 2 hours and 54 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Gainsborough Lea Road to Watford Junction?

No, there are no direct train services from Gainsborough Lea Road to Watford Junction. Travelling from Gainsborough Lea Road to Watford Junction by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Gainsborough Lea Road to Watford Junction?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Gainsborough Lea Road to Watford Junction is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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