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

The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Stafford is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gainsborough to Stafford is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Gainsborough and Stafford?

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

How far is it from Gainsborough to Stafford?

The distance between Gainsborough and Stafford is 118 miles. The road distance is 86 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Stafford without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £95.

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

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

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Stafford train from?

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

Where does the Gainsborough to Stafford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gainsborough to Stafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainsborough to Stafford is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Gainsborough to Stafford.

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

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Where can I stay near Stafford?

There are 1023+ hotels available in Stafford.

Gainsborough to Stafford - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 100 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Gainsborough to Stafford by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain
3. Take the train from Stockport to Staffordtrain
3h 3m
£43–91
Drive 85.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gainsborough to Staffordcar 85.5 mi
1h 54m
£21–30
Line 100 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Drovers Call Care Home to Rail Station Car Parkbus 107 / ...
2. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Stoke-on-Trenttrain Lincoln Central - Crewe
4h 43m
£48–83

Gainsborough to Stafford by train

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3h 3mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.9 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Stafford via Sheffield and Stockport in around 3h 3m.

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