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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Gainsborough is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Gainsborough is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Exeter to Gainsborough?

The distance between Exeter and Gainsborough is 274 miles. The road distance is 246.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Gainsborough without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £75 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Exeter to Gainsborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Gainsborough train from?

Exeter to Gainsborough train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Where does the Exeter to Gainsborough train arrive?

Exeter to Gainsborough train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Gainsborough is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Exeter to Gainsborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Gainsborough?

There are 519+ hotels available in Gainsborough.

Exeter to Gainsborough - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Exeter to Gainsborough by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to SheffieldPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea RoadLeeds - Lincoln Central / ...
5h 31m
£77–233
Drive 245 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Gainsborough245 mi
4h 21m
£61–88
Fly, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Gainsborough Lea Road
5h 23m
£100–338

Exeter to Gainsborough by train

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Distance: 272.8 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Gainsborough Lea Road via Sheffield in around 5h 31m.

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