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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Gainsborough is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Gainsborough is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Drovers Call Care Home via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway and Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Retford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Gainsborough?

The distance between Bournemouth and Gainsborough is 259 miles. The road distance is 227.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Gainsborough without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 21m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Bournemouth to Gainsborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Gainsborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Gainsborough train from?

Bournemouth to Gainsborough train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Gainsborough?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Gainsborough is to train via London which takes 5h 21m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 44m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Gainsborough bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Gainsborough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Gainsborough train arrive?

Bournemouth to Gainsborough train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Gainsborough is 227 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Bournemouth to Gainsborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Gainsborough?

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Bournemouth to Gainsborough - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Gainsborough by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
5h 21m
£72–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Rail Station Car Parkbus 451
9h 44m
£42–73
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Lincoln Centraltrain
9h 31m
£46–72
Drive 225.8 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Gainsboroughcar 225.8 mi
3h 55m
£56–81
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain
6h 10m
£117–183

Bournemouth to Gainsborough by train, subway, and foot

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 257.9 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Gainsborough Lea Road via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Retford in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Drovers Call Care Home via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, Rail Station Car Park, and Central Bus Station in around 9h 44m.

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