London to Gainsborough bus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Gainsborough

Showing times and prices for 20 Apr

Cheapest price

£35

Average price

£35

Fastest journey

15 h 31 m

Average duration

15 h 31 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

213 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Gainsborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Gainsborough will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.

Fast coaches

To travel from London to Gainsborough you need to make at least one change.

  • National Express
    16:3015h31
    London
    8:01Drovers Call Care Home
    £351One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Gainsborough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Gainsborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £31.

Distance: 213 km

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Most popular
Train

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

£44

Average Price

5h 42m

Average total duration

5h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 0m

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30m

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Live departures

London to Gainsborough bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Gainsborough coaches for today, Sunday 19 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX451
On time
16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h20
20:50 Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park
0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus23:59 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
5h36
5:35 Doncaster, Trafford Way1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h36
5:35 Doncaster, Trafford Way0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets London to Gainsborough by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Gainsborough

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Buses from London to Gainsborough run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:29, the last at 16:30. The fastest coach covers the 213 km distance in 4h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
213 km
Average bus duration
5h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
4h 20m
First bus
6:29
Last bus
16:30
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

FAQs: London to Gainsborough coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Gainsborough by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gainsborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Gainsborough can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Gainsborough is £19; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London to Gainsborough is 4h 20m to travel the 213 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London to Gainsborough leaves at 6:29. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Gainsborough leaves at 16:30.
A trip to Gainsborough from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Gainsborough is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Gainsborough including taking a train and coach.
No, the coach from London to Gainsborough has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London to Gainsborough.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London to Gainsborough.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Gainsborough.
No, luggage for the coach from London to Gainsborough needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London to Gainsborough.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Gainsborough.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London to Gainsborough.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London to Gainsborough.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Gainsborough

London
Gainsborough
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road
information
London, St John's Wood
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