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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Gainsborough is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Gainsborough is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Drovers Call Care Home via St Margaret's Bus Station and Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Wales to Gainsborough?

The distance between Wales and Gainsborough is 217 miles. The road distance is 201.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Gainsborough without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 4m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Wales to Gainsborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Gainsborough bus from?

Wales to Gainsborough bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Gainsborough train from?

Wales to Gainsborough train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to Gainsborough?

The best way to get from Wales to Gainsborough is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 4m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Wales to Gainsborough bus arrive?

Wales to Gainsborough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Wales to Gainsborough train arrive?

Wales to Gainsborough train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Wales to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Gainsborough is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Wales to Gainsborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Gainsborough?

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There are 5 ways to get from Wales to Gainsborough by train, bus, or car

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain
5h 4m
£88–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Cp2
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Rail Station Car Parkbus 151
7h 59m
£33–55
Drive 200.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Gainsboroughcar 200.1 mi
3h 39m
£50–72
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Nottinghamtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Lincoln Centraltrain Derby - Cleethorpes / ...
5h 27m
£93–140
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk078
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
8h 20m
£36–57

Wales to Gainsborough by train

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Distance: 215.8 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Gainsborough Lea Road via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Drovers Call Care Home via St Margaret's Bus Station, Rail Station Car Park, and Central Bus Station in around 7h 59m.

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