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

The cheapest way to get from London to Gainsborough is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Gainsborough is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £40 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between London and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Drovers Call Care Home via Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between London and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct train from London to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from King's Cross and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via Retford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from London to Gainsborough?

The distance between London and Gainsborough is 149 miles. The road distance is 148.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Gainsborough without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from London to Gainsborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Gainsborough bus from?

London to Gainsborough bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Gainsborough train from?

London to Gainsborough train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from London to Gainsborough?

The best way to get from London to Gainsborough is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the London to Gainsborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the London to Gainsborough train arrive?

London to Gainsborough train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Retford station.

Can I drive from London to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Gainsborough is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from London to Gainsborough.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from London to Gainsborough?

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Where can I stay near Gainsborough?

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There are 5 ways to get from London to Gainsborough by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
2h 23m
£42–77
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rail Station Car Parkbus 451
6h 16m
£34–79
Drive 147.9 mi
1. Drive from London to Gainsboroughcar 147.9 mi
2h 52m
£36–52
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain
5h 6m
£96–339
Train via Lincoln Central
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Lincoln Centraltrain London Kings Cross - Lincoln Central
2h 41m
£53–76

London to Gainsborough by train

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Distance: 147.7 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Retford every 2 hours. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Hull Trains also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Rail Station Car Park once daily. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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