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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Gainsborough is to bus and line 100 bus which costs £12 - £28 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Gainsborough is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Drovers Call Care Home via Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Leicester to Gainsborough?

The distance between Leicester and Gainsborough is 70 miles. The road distance is 58.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Gainsborough without a car is to bus and line 100 bus which takes 2h 43m and costs £12 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Leicester to Gainsborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Gainsborough bus from?

Leicester to Gainsborough bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Gainsborough train from?

Leicester to Gainsborough train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Gainsborough?

The best way to get from Leicester to Gainsborough is to bus and line 100 bus which takes 2h 43m and costs £12 - £28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £75 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Leicester to Gainsborough bus arrive?

Leicester to Gainsborough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station Car Park.

Where does the Leicester to Gainsborough train arrive?

Leicester to Gainsborough train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Gainsborough is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Leicester to Gainsborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Gainsborough?

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

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

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Bus, line 100 bus
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1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Rail Station Car Parkbus 151
2. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Drovers Call Care Homebus 107 / ...
2h 43m
£13–28
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
2h 43m
£47–73
Drive 58.2 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Gainsboroughcar 58.2 mi
1h 9m
£15–21

Leicester to Gainsborough by bus

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Distance: 69.3 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Drovers Call Care Home via Rail Station Car Park and Central Bus Station in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Leicester to Gainsborough Lea Road via Sheffield in around 2h 43m.

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