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

The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Thorne is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gainsborough to Thorne is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Gainsborough and Thorne?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainsborough to Thorne. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Horse Fair Green/Finkle Street via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Gainsborough and Thorne?

No, there is no direct train from Gainsborough to Thorne. However, there are services departing from Gainsborough Lea Road and arriving at Thorne North via Retford and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Gainsborough to Thorne?

The distance between Gainsborough and Thorne is 35 miles. The road distance is 23.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Thorne without a car is to train and line 387 bus which takes 1h 20m and costs £12 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Gainsborough to Thorne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Thorne bus from?

Gainsborough to Thorne bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Gainsborough to Thorne train from?

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

Train or bus from Gainsborough to Thorne?

The best way to get from Gainsborough to Thorne is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £9 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus and line 387 bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Gainsborough to Thorne bus arrive?

Gainsborough to Thorne bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Gainsborough to Thorne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gainsborough to Thorne?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainsborough to Thorne is 24 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Gainsborough to Thorne.

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

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Where can I stay near Thorne?

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Gainsborough to Thorne - 5 ways to travel via train, line 387 bus, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Gainsborough to Thorne by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 387 bus
best
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Doncastertrain Lincoln Central - Doncaster / ...
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C3 to Horse Fair Green/Finkle Streetbus 387 / ...
1h 20m
£13–17
Drive 23.6 mi
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1. Drive from Gainsborough to Thornecar 23.6 mi
37 min
£6–9
Train
1. Take the train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Retfordtrain
2. Take the train from Retford to Doncastertrain
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Thorne Northtrain
2h 1m
£9–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gainsborough to Thornetaxi 23.6 mi
37 min
£100–130
Bus, line 387 bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1bus 98
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C3 to Horse Fair Green/Finkle Streetbus 387 / ...
2h 12m
£8–9

Gainsborough to Thorne by train and bus

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Distance: 34.3 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England and Thorne, Doncaster, England?

You can take a train from Gainsborough Lea Road to Thorne North via Retford and Doncaster in around 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Horse Fair Green/Finkle Street via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C3 in around 2h 12m.

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