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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Gainsborough is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Gainsborough is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Preston to Gainsborough?

The distance between Preston and Gainsborough is 107 miles. The road distance is 103.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Gainsborough without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Preston to Gainsborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Gainsborough train from?

Preston to Gainsborough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Gainsborough train arrive?

Preston to Gainsborough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Preston to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Gainsborough is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Preston to Gainsborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Gainsborough?

There are 581+ hotels available in Gainsborough.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain
3h 45m
£31–66
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
4. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain
5h 30m
£24–50
Drive 102.6 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Gainsboroughcar 102.6 mi
2h 13m
£26–37
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central
4h 32m
£43–82

Preston to Gainsborough by train

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3h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 106.1 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Gainsborough Lea Road via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield in around 3h 45m.

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