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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Gainsborough is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Gainsborough is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Drovers Call Care Home via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway and Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via Paddington, King's Cross and Retford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Reading to Gainsborough?

The distance between Reading and Gainsborough is 187 miles. The road distance is 160.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Gainsborough without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 54m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Reading to Gainsborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Gainsborough bus from?

Reading to Gainsborough bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Gainsborough train from?

Reading to Gainsborough train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Gainsborough?

The best way to get from Reading to Gainsborough is to train via London which takes 3h 54m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Reading to Gainsborough bus arrive?

Reading to Gainsborough bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Gainsborough train arrive?

Reading to Gainsborough train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Gainsborough is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Reading to Gainsborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Gainsborough?

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Reading to Gainsborough - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Gainsborough by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 54m
£61–136
Drive 159.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Gainsboroughcar 159.4 mi
3h 4m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Rail Station Car Parkbus 451
8h 12m
£63–120
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
4. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain
5h 42m
£92–348
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
4h 19m
£102–147
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Withouttrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Lincoln Centraltrain
5h 54m
£86–183

Reading to Gainsborough by train and subway

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Distance: 186.1 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Gainsborough Lea Road via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Retford in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Drovers Call Care Home via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, Rail Station Car Park, and Central Bus Station in around 8h 12m.

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