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

The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Plymouth is to train and bus which costs £50 - £90 and takes 11h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gainsborough to Plymouth is to drive which takes 5h 6m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Gainsborough and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainsborough to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Drovers Call Care Home and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via Rail Station Car Park, Birmingham Coach Station and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Gainsborough and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Gainsborough to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Gainsborough Lea Road and arriving at Plymouth via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Gainsborough to Plymouth?

The distance between Gainsborough and Plymouth is 328 miles. The road distance is 289.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 6h 50m and costs £170 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Gainsborough to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Plymouth bus from?

Gainsborough to Plymouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station Car Park.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Plymouth train from?

Gainsborough to Plymouth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Gainsborough Lea Road station.

Train or bus from Gainsborough to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Plymouth is to train which takes 6h 50m and costs £170 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 12h 11m.

Where does the Gainsborough to Plymouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gainsborough to Plymouth train arrive?

Gainsborough to Plymouth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Gainsborough to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainsborough to Plymouth is 290 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Gainsborough to Plymouth.

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

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Gainsborough to Plymouth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Gainsborough to Plymouth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Sheffieldtrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 50m
£173–253
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Nottinghamtrain Lincoln Central - Derby / ...
2. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Uk087
11h 20m
£50–85
Drive 288.1 mi
1. Drive from Gainsborough to Plymouthcar 288.1 mi
5h 6m
£70–101
Train, fly to Exeter
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 Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
6h 20m
£131–264
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rail Station Car Park to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 151
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus
12h 11m
£52–149
Train, fly to Newquay Cornwall 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 Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane MAN - NQY
4. Take the train from Par to Plymouthtrain
8h 20m
£113–265

Gainsborough to Plymouth by train

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Distance: 326.2 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

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

You can take a train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Plymouth via Sheffield in around 6h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drovers Call Care Home to Plymouth Coach Station via Rail Station Car Park, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bristol Bus Station in around 12h 11m.

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