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

The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £40 - £85 and takes 12h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gainsborough to Aberdeen is to train and fly which takes 5h 22m and costs £100 - £290.

Is there a direct bus between Gainsborough and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainsborough to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 and Meadowhall Interchange/B1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Gainsborough and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Gainsborough to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Gainsborough Lea Road and arriving at Aberdeen via Retford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Gainsborough to Aberdeen?

The distance between Gainsborough and Aberdeen is 392 miles. The road distance is 354.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Aberdeen without a car is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs £130 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Gainsborough to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Aberdeen bus from?

Gainsborough to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Aberdeen train from?

Gainsborough to Aberdeen train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Retford station.

Train or bus from Gainsborough to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Aberdeen is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs £130 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 12h 34m.

Where does the Gainsborough to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Gainsborough to Aberdeen bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Gainsborough to Aberdeen train arrive?

Gainsborough to Aberdeen train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Gainsborough to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainsborough to Aberdeen is 354 miles. It takes approximately 6h 44m to drive from Gainsborough to Aberdeen.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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Gainsborough to Aberdeen - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Gainsborough to Aberdeen by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to Aberdeentrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen / ...
6h 47m
£134–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1bus 98
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Union Square Bus Stationbus Ukn11
12h 34m
£45–81
Drive 352.4 mi
1. Drive from Gainsborough to Aberdeencar 352.4 mi
6h 44m
£86–124
Train, train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane MAN - ABZ
5h 22m
£105–284
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Sheffieldtrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Aberdeentrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
8h 16m
£223–324
Train, train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
5h 45m
£124–298
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Crosstrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
6h 25m
£130–499

Gainsborough to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 389.8 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

What companies run services between Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England and Aberdeen, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Retford to Aberdeen 6 times a week. Tickets cost £130–180 and the journey takes 5h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Union Square Bus Station via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, and Meadowhall Interchange/B1 in around 12h 34m.

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