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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Middlesbrough station to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stand 11 and arriving at King Street via Meadowhall Interchange/C2 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Middlesbrough and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct train from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via Retford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Gainsborough is 110 miles. The road distance is 103.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Gainsborough bus from?

Middlesbrough to Gainsborough bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Gainsborough train from?

Middlesbrough to Gainsborough train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Middlesbrough station.

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Gainsborough bus arrive?

Middlesbrough to Gainsborough bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Gainsborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Gainsborough is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Retfordtrain Middlesbrough - London Kings Cross
2h 27m
£38–55
Drive 102.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Gainsboroughcar 102.7 mi
1h 54m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
3. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 to King Streetbus 98
5h 28m
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Leedstrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central
4h 19m
£55–95
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 133 / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central
4h 32m
£35–79

Middlesbrough to Gainsborough by train

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Distance: 109.7 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Middlesbrough to Retford 5 times a week. Tickets cost £35–50 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to King Street via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Meadowhall Interchange/C2, and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 5h 28m.

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