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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Middlesbrough station to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stand Z and arriving at King Street via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Middlesbrough and Gainsborough?

No, there is no direct train from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough and arriving at Gainsborough Lea Road via Retford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Gainsborough is 110 miles. The road distance is 103.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £75 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Gainsborough bus from?

Middlesbrough to Gainsborough bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Stand Z.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Gainsborough train from?

Middlesbrough to Gainsborough train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Middlesbrough station.

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £75 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Gainsborough bus arrive?

Middlesbrough to Gainsborough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 station.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Gainsborough train arrive?

Middlesbrough to Gainsborough train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Retford station.

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Gainsborough is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Middlesbrough to Gainsborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Gainsborough?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Retfordtrain Middlesbrough - London Kings Cross
2h 26m
£75–103
Drive 102.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Gainsboroughcar 102.7 mi
1h 54m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand Z to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7bus 436
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 to King Streetbus 98
4h 10m
£30–42
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Leedstrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Gainsborough Lea Roadtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central
4h 18m
£26–69

Middlesbrough to Gainsborough by train

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Distance: 109.6 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Middlesbrough to Retford 5 times a week. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stand Z to King Street via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 4h 10m.

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