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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Gainsborough is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Gainsborough is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Oldham to Gainsborough?

The distance between Oldham and Gainsborough is 84 miles. The road distance is 66.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Gainsborough without a car is to tram and train which takes 3h 31m and costs £25 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Oldham to Gainsborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Gainsborough train from?

Oldham to Gainsborough train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Oldham King Street station.

Where does the Oldham to Gainsborough train arrive?

Oldham to Gainsborough train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at St Peter's Square station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Gainsborough is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Oldham to Gainsborough.

Where can I stay near Gainsborough?

There are 582+ hotels available in Gainsborough.

Oldham to Gainsborough - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to St Peter's Squaretram
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain
3h 31m
£25–51
Drive 66.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oldham to Gainsboroughcar 66.5 mi
1h 37m
£17–24
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Co-op Live to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus Mc4
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
4h 54m
£18–33

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Distance: 83.1 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

There is no direct connection from Oldham to Gainsborough. However, you can take the vehicle to St Peter's Square, walk to Manchester Piccadilly, take the train to Sheffield, then take the train to Gainsborough Lea Road. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barn Street to Gainsborough Lea Road via Philips Park Cemetery, Co-op Live, Sheffield Interchange/E2, and Sheffield in around 4h 54m.

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