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

The cheapest way to get from Doncaster to Gainsborough is to bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Doncaster to Gainsborough is to train which takes 23 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Doncaster and Gainsborough?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waterdale/Wood Street and arriving at King Street. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Doncaster and Gainsborough?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Doncaster and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road. Services depart four times a day, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Doncaster to Gainsborough?

The distance between Doncaster and Gainsborough is 21 miles. The road distance is 21 miles.

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

The best way to get from Doncaster to Gainsborough without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs £10 - £16.

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

The train from Doncaster to Gainsborough Lea Road takes 23 min including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Gainsborough bus from?

Doncaster to Gainsborough bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from Waterdale/Wood Street station.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Gainsborough train from?

Doncaster to Gainsborough train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Doncaster station.

Train or bus from Doncaster to Gainsborough?

The best way to get from Doncaster to Gainsborough is to train which takes 23 min and costs £10 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 16m.

Where does the Doncaster to Gainsborough bus arrive?

Doncaster to Gainsborough bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at King Street station.

Where does the Doncaster to Gainsborough train arrive?

Doncaster to Gainsborough train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Gainsborough Lea Road station.

Can I drive from Doncaster to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Doncaster to Gainsborough is 21 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Doncaster to Gainsborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Gainsborough?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain Doncaster - Lincoln Central
23 min
£10–16
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waterdale/Wood Street to King Streetbus 98
1h 16m
£4–7
Drive 20.9 mi
1. Drive from Doncaster to Gainsboroughcar 20.9 mi
31 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Doncaster to Gainsboroughtaxi 20.9 mi
31 min
£45–55

Doncaster to Gainsborough by train

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Distance: 21.1 mi
Duration: 23 min

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Doncaster to Gainsborough Lea Road 4 times a day. Tickets cost £10–16 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Midlands operates a bus from Waterdale/Wood Street to King Street every 3 hours. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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