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

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Gainsborough is to bus and train which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bath to Gainsborough is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bath and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Bath to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Westgate Buildings and arriving at Drovers Call Care Home via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Bath and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct train from Bath to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Bath Spa and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via Paddington, King's Cross and Retford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Bath to Gainsborough?

The distance between Bath and Gainsborough is 258 miles. The road distance is 170.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bath to Gainsborough without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 41m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Bath to Gainsborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bath to Gainsborough bus from?

Bath to Gainsborough bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bath to Gainsborough train from?

Bath to Gainsborough train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bath Spa station.

Train or bus from Bath to Gainsborough?

The best way to get from Bath to Gainsborough is to train via London which takes 4h 41m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 9h 17m.

Where does the Bath to Gainsborough bus arrive?

Bath to Gainsborough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bath to Gainsborough train arrive?

Bath to Gainsborough train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Bath to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Gainsborough is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Bath to Gainsborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Gainsborough?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
4h 41m
£87–170
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
7h 50m
£33–57
Drive 169.4 mi
1. Drive from Bath to Gainsboroughcar 169.4 mi
3h 43m
£42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Sheffieldtrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
5h 23m
£103–162
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station Car Parkbus 151
9h 17m
£40–98

Bath to Gainsborough by train and subway

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4h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 256.7 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Bath, England and Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England?

You can take a train from Bath Spa to Gainsborough Lea Road via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Retford in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate Buildings to Drovers Call Care Home via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Rail Station Car Park, and Central Bus Station in around 9h 17m.

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