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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gainsborough to Lincoln
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
24 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gainsborough to Lincoln is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gainsborough to Lincoln will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gainsborough for Lincoln every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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.
6:400h23Gainsborough7:03Lincoln£21One-way0 changes- 7:320h24Gainsborough7:56Lincoln£21One-way0 changes
- 6:300h24Gainsborough6:54Lincoln£21One-way0 changes
- 7:300h24Gainsborough7:54Lincoln£31One-way0 changes
- 8:320h24Gainsborough8:56Lincoln£41One-way0 changes
- 6:400h23Gainsborough7:03Lincoln£21One-way0 changes
- 7:300h24Gainsborough7:54Lincoln£31One-way0 changes
- 8:320h24Gainsborough8:56Lincoln£41One-way0 changes
- 7:320h24Gainsborough7:56Lincoln£21One-way0 changes
- 6:300h24Gainsborough6:54Lincoln£21One-way0 changes
Live departures
Gainsborough to Lincoln train times
The table below shows live departures for Gainsborough to Lincoln trains for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:40 Gainsborough | 0h23 | 6:03 Lincoln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:40 Gainsborough | 0h23 | 7:03 Lincoln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:30 Gainsborough | 0h23 | 9:53 Lincoln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:29 Gainsborough | 0h23 | 14:52 Lincoln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:29 Gainsborough | 0h23 | 20:52 Lincoln | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gainsborough to Lincoln
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Trains from Gainsborough to Lincoln run on average 7 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:22, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 21m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 6:22 |
Last train 22:48 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway from Gainsborough to Lincoln trainsNorthern Rail, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Gainsborough and Lincoln from £2. 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 to Lincoln train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gainsborough to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gainsborough and Lincoln
Most Gainsborough to Lincoln trains use the Gainsborough Lea Road to Lincoln Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Gainsborough and Lincoln train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gainsborough station do trains to Lincoln leave from?
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.
Which Lincoln station do trains from Gainsborough arrive at?
Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre
Lincoln Central train station facilities and services
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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