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Gainsborough to Mirfield by train

First train

06:04

Last train

22:05

Departure station

Gainsborough

Arrival station

Mirfield

Journey time

From 1h 34m

Distance

42 miles (68 km)

Frequency

13 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway

Taking the train from Gainsborough to Mirfield in 1 hour 34 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Gainsborough to Mirfield? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 2 hours 36 minutes to travel the 42 miles (68 km) from Gainsborough to Mirfield by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 34 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 13 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to Mirfield. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Gainsborough to Mirfield in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Mirfield by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Gainsborough to Mirfield

Want to know more about your journey from Gainsborough to Mirfield? 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 to Mirfield?

You can get from Gainsborough to Mirfield by train in 2 hours and 36 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 1 hour and 34 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Gainsborough to Mirfield take?

The average journey time by train between Gainsborough and Mirfield is 2 hours and 36 minutes, with around 13 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 and Mirfield by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Gainsborough to Mirfield is 1 hour and 34 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Gainsborough to Mirfield?

No, there are no direct train services from Gainsborough to Mirfield. Travelling from Gainsborough to Mirfield by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

Cheap train tickets from Gainsborough to Mirfield

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† 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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