What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Gainsborough?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Gainsborough is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 12h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Gainsborough?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Gainsborough is to fly and train which takes 5h 31m and costs £100 - £290.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at King Street via Meadowhall Interchange/C2 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via Retford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Gainsborough?

The distance between Aberdeen and Gainsborough is 410 miles. The road distance is 354.5 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Gainsborough without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Gainsborough without a car is to train which takes 7h 11m and costs £140 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Gainsborough?

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Aberdeen to Gainsborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Gainsborough bus from?

Aberdeen to Gainsborough bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Gainsborough train from?

Aberdeen to Gainsborough train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Gainsborough?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Gainsborough is to train which takes 7h 11m and costs £140 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 12h 18m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Gainsborough bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Gainsborough bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Gainsborough train arrive?

Aberdeen to Gainsborough train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Retford station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Gainsborough is 355 miles. It takes approximately 6h 41m to drive from Aberdeen to Gainsborough.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Gainsborough?

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Where can I stay near Gainsborough?

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Aberdeen to Gainsborough - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Aberdeen to Gainsborough by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Retfordtrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross
7h 11m
£141–196
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn11
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 to King Streetbus 98
12h 18m
£48–78
Drive 352.5 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Gainsboroughcar 352.5 mi
6h 41m
£86–124
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain
5h 31m
£106–284
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Retfordtrain
7h 36m
£128–294
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Leedstrain Aberdeen - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central
8h 36m
£223–325
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain
6h 1m
£125–298
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane ABZ - LHR
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain
6h 49m
£130–499

Aberdeen to Gainsborough by train

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Distance: 407.9 mi
Duration: 7h 11m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Aberdeen to Retford once a week. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 6h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to King Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Meadowhall Interchange/C2, and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 12h 18m.

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