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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£39
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£44
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
2 h 21 m
Trains on 20 Sept
2
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 2 trains from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:372h36Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)14:13London Kings Cross (KGX)£391One-way0 changes- 12:352h05Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)14:40London Kings Cross (KGX)£491One-way0 changes
- 12:352h05Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)14:40London Kings Cross (KGX)£491One-way0 changes
- 11:372h36Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)14:13London Kings Cross (KGX)£391One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 211 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX):
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average £51.
Other travel options to London Kings Cross (KGX) take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 5m.
You'll arrive about 1h 21m sooner (1h 58m by train vs 3h 19m by car). Tickets start at around £51 compared to roughly £39 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C01948+ G89403 | Delayed 7:36 7:45Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) | 2h18 | 10:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
 C21272+G07965 | Delayed 7:26 8:09Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) | 2h42 | 10:51 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 18:45, the last at 19:48. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 18:45 |
Last train 19:48 |
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Train companies: Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsHull Trains, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) and London Kings Cross (KGX)
Most Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains use the Gainsborough Lea Road to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) and London Kings Cross (KGX) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Gainsborough Lea Road from Gainsborough city centre
Gainsborough Lea Road train station facilities and services
Gainsborough Lea Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Hotel.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gainsborough Lea Road.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gainsborough Lea Road: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gainsborough Lea Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Both platforms have step free access via ramps with a moderate gradient. However both ramps are 60 meters in length. Access between platforms is via a subway. This station has tactile paving at the edge of platform 2 but not at the edge of platform 1, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Most popular trains to and from London Kings Cross (KGX) and Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
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