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

The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Brighton is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gainsborough to Brighton is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Gainsborough and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Gainsborough to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Gainsborough Lea Road and arriving at Brighton via Retford and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Gainsborough to Brighton?

The distance between Gainsborough and Brighton is 202 miles. The road distance is 201.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Gainsborough to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Brighton train from?

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

Where does the Gainsborough to Brighton train arrive?

Gainsborough to Brighton train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Gainsborough to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainsborough to Brighton is 202 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Gainsborough to Brighton.

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

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Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 1761+ hotels available in Brighton.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Crosstrain York - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Brightontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
3h 53m
£71–131
Drive 200.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gainsborough to Brightoncar 200.4 mi
4h 9m
£50–72
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
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 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
4. Take the train from Farringdon to Brightontrain
6h 45m
£124–382
Train via Lincoln Central
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Lincoln Central - London St Pancras International
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Brightontrain London Victoria - Brighton
6h 12m
£113–193
Train, fly to Southampton Airport
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 Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
4. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
6h 46m
£131–309

Gainsborough to Brighton by train

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Distance: 201.1 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Brighton via Retford, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 53m.

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