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

The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Rugby is to bus and line 86 bus which costs £15 - £24 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gainsborough to Rugby is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Gainsborough and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainsborough to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Drovers Call Care Home and arriving at Bennett Street via Rail Station Car Park, St Margaret's Bus Station and Transport Museum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Gainsborough and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Gainsborough to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Gainsborough Lea Road and arriving at Rugby via Sheffield and Tamworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Gainsborough to Rugby?

The distance between Gainsborough and Rugby is 121 miles. The road distance is 82.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Gainsborough to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Rugby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Rugby train from?

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

Train or bus from Gainsborough to Rugby?

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Rugby is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 86 bus, which costs £15 - £24 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Gainsborough to Rugby bus arrive?

Gainsborough to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Gainsborough to Rugby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gainsborough to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainsborough to Rugby is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Gainsborough to Rugby.

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

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Where can I stay near Rugby?

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Gainsborough to Rugby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 86 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Tamworth High Leveltrain
3. Take the train from Tamworth to Rugbytrain
3h 54m
£45–82
Bus, line 86 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station Car Park to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 151
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 777
3. Take the bus from Transport Museum to Bennett Streetbus 86
5h 21m
£15–23
Drive 81.9 mi
1. Drive from Gainsborough to Rugbycar 81.9 mi
1h 32m
£21–30
Train, line 84 bus
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Leicestertrain
3. Take the bus from Welford Place to George Streetbus 84 / ...
5h 44m
£32–50

Gainsborough to Rugby by train

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Distance: 120.3 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Rugby via Sheffield and Tamworth in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drovers Call Care Home to Bennett Street via Rail Station Car Park, St Margaret's Bus Station, Pool Meadow Bus Station, and Transport Museum in around 5h 21m.

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