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

The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Thirsk is to bus and train which costs £15 - £35 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gainsborough to Thirsk is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Gainsborough and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct train from Gainsborough to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Gainsborough Lea Road and arriving at Thirsk via Retford and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Gainsborough to Thirsk?

The distance between Gainsborough and Thirsk is 82 miles. The road distance is 77.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Thirsk without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £26 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Gainsborough to Thirsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Thirsk train from?

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

Where does the Gainsborough to Thirsk train arrive?

Gainsborough to Thirsk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Retford station.

Can I drive from Gainsborough to Thirsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainsborough to Thirsk is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Gainsborough to Thirsk.

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

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Where can I stay near Thirsk?

There are 686+ hotels available in Thirsk.

Gainsborough to Thirsk - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Retfordtrain
2. Take the train from Retford to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Thirsktrain
2h 31m
£27–45
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1bus 98
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
3h 43m
£16–34
Drive 76.9 mi
1. Drive from Gainsborough to Thirskcar 76.9 mi
1h 29m
£19–27
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Leedstrain Lincoln Central - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Thirsktrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h 17m
£45–79

Gainsborough to Thirsk by train

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Distance: 81.4 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Thirsk via Retford and York in around 2h 31m.

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