Trains from Manchester to Gainsborough from $40.34*

Trains from Manchester to Gainsborough from $40.34*

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Manchester to Gainsborough Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester to Gainsborough? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $40.34, with average prices for this route around $61.90. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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08:13
Manchester Piccadilly
10:10
Gainsborough Lea Road
1h 57m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railway
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08:43
Manchester Piccadilly
10:44
Gainsborough Central
2h 1m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayNorthern
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09:13
Manchester Piccadilly
11:37
Gainsborough Lea Road
2h 24m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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10:13
Manchester Piccadilly
12:36
Gainsborough Lea Road
2h 23m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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11:13
Manchester Piccadilly
13:13
Gainsborough Lea Road
2h 0m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railway
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12:13
Manchester Piccadilly
14:33
Paris
2h 20m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressNorthern
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Manchester to Gainsborough Train Route Details

The Manchester to Gainsborough train ticket is from $40.34. The average travel time is 1h 57m, covering a distance of approximately 97 mile. There are usually 19 daily trains provided by TransPennine Express,Northern,East Midlands Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
02:44
Last train
Last train
23:52
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 57m
Distance
Distance
97 mile
Price
Price
$40.34*
Train operators
Train operators
TransPennine Express, Northern, East Midlands Railway

Manchester to Gainsborough Train Travel Guide

Manchester to Gainsborough Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Gainsborough

Trains traveling between Manchester and Gainsborough usually start their journey from Manchester Piccadilly and reach Gainsborough Lea Road. The duration of this trip is approximately 1h 57m.

Book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Gainsborough

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Manchester to Gainsborough. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, there's good news for you! You can take advantage of group travel discounts that are offered by many train companies. These discounts can save you up to 1/3 on off-peak fares, making your journey from Manchester to Gainsborough more affordable. Whether you're traveling with your family, friends, or colleagues, the group save options make it easier for everyone to enjoy the benefits of discounted fares while embarking on a memorable trip together.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Manchester to Gainsborough can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How can you make your journey from Manchester to Gainsborough cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two sections: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.