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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Gainsborough is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Gainsborough is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via King's Cross and Retford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Brighton to Gainsborough?

The distance between Brighton and Gainsborough is 202 miles. The road distance is 201.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Gainsborough without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Brighton to Gainsborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Gainsborough train from?

Brighton to Gainsborough train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Where does the Brighton to Gainsborough train arrive?

Brighton to Gainsborough train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Gainsborough is 202 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Brighton to Gainsborough.

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

Book your Brighton to Gainsborough train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Gainsborough?

There are 576+ hotels available in Gainsborough.

Brighton to Gainsborough - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Brighton to Gainsborough by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
4h 25m
£70–128
Drive 200.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brighton to Gainsboroughcar 200.7 mi
4h 7m
£50–72
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
4. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain
6h 58m
£124–382
Train via Lincoln Central
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Victoriatrain Brighton - London Victoria
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Lincoln Centraltrain London Kings Cross - Lincoln Central
4h 54m
£79–149
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
4. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain
7h 5m
£131–309

Brighton to Gainsborough by train

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Distance: 201.1 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Gainsborough Lea Road via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Retford in around 4h 25m.

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