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

The cheapest way to get from Norwich to Gainsborough is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Norwich to Gainsborough is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Norwich and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct train from Norwich to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Norwich and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via Peterborough and Retford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Norwich to Gainsborough?

The distance between Norwich and Gainsborough is 156 miles. The road distance is 119.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Norwich to Gainsborough without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Norwich to Gainsborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Norwich to Gainsborough train from?

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

Where does the Norwich to Gainsborough train arrive?

Norwich to Gainsborough train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Norwich to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Norwich to Gainsborough is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Norwich to Gainsborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Gainsborough?

There are 590+ hotels available in Gainsborough.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Norwich to Peterboroughtrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
4h
£63–105
Drive 118.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Norwich to Gainsboroughcar 118.8 mi
2h 31m
£29–42
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Norwich to Granthamtrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Central Bus Stationbus 1
5h 22m
£64–96
Train via Lincoln Central
1. Take the train from Norwich to Peterboroughtrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Lincoln Centraltrain Peterborough - Lincoln Central / ...
4h 10m
£68–120

Norwich to Gainsborough by train

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Distance: 155.4 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Norwich to Gainsborough Lea Road via Peterborough and Retford in around 4h.

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