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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Gainsborough is to bus and train which costs £30 - £60 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Gainsborough is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Drovers Call Care Home via Birmingham Coach Station and Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Bristol to Gainsborough?

The distance between Bristol and Gainsborough is 199 miles. The road distance is 175.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Gainsborough without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Bristol to Gainsborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Gainsborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bristol to Gainsborough train from?

Bristol to Gainsborough train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Gainsborough?

The best way to get from Bristol to Gainsborough is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the Bristol to Gainsborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bristol to Gainsborough train arrive?

Bristol to Gainsborough train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Gainsborough is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Bristol to Gainsborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Gainsborough?

There are 589+ hotels available in Gainsborough.

Bristol to Gainsborough - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bristol to Gainsborough by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
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 / ...
4h 21m
£103–149
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 / ...
5h 45m
£34–59
Drive 174.1 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Gainsboroughcar 174.1 mi
3h 15m
£43–62
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
7h 33m
£37–90

Bristol to Gainsborough by train

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Distance: 197.6 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Gainsborough Lea Road via Sheffield in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Drovers Call Care Home via Birmingham Coach Station, Rail Station Car Park, and Central Bus Station in around 7h 33m.

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