Gainsborough to Retford train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gainsborough to Retford

Showing times and prices for 20 Jun

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£4

Fastest journey

14 m

Average duration

14 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

14 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Gainsborough to Retford will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Gainsborough for Retford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .

The slowest trains will take 14 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.

  • Northern Rail
    12:450h14
    Gainsborough
    12:59Retford
    £41One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Gainsborough to Retford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gainsborough to Retford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £4.

Distance: 14 km

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£6

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£4

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Cheapest

42m

Average total duration

Fastest

12m

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30m

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2h 0m

Average total duration

1h 30m

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30m

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Compare prices and tickets Gainsborough to Retford by train or coach

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Why should you book Gainsborough to Retford trains with Omio?

Northern Rail as well as Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Gainsborough to Retford.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Gainsborough to Retford.

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Gainsborough to Retford.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Gainsborough to Retford.

Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Gainsborough to Retford.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Gainsborough to Retford

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Trains from Gainsborough to Retford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 14m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Distance
14 km
Average train duration
12m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
14m
First train
6:25
Last train
23:05
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Best time to book
1 day
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4

Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Gainsborough to Retford trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Gainsborough and Retford from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14m
Cheapest Price
£4
Northern Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12m
Cheapest Price
£5
Northern Trains Limited frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Gainsborough to Retford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gainsborough to Retford 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 Retford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Gainsborough to Retford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Gainsborough to Retford covers a distance of 14 km and takes approximately 14m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Gainsborough to Retford is 14 km.
The first train from Gainsborough to Retford leaves at 6:25.
The last train from Gainsborough to Retford departs at 23:05.
Trains from Gainsborough to Retford run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gainsborough to Retford.
Yes, there is a direct train between Gainsborough and Retford. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Gainsborough to Retford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Gainsborough to Retford.
The train station in Gainsborough that goes to Retford is Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL), and it arrives at Retford station (RET).
The cheapest way to get from Gainsborough to Retford is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Gainsborough to Retford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Gainsborough to Retford offers pleasant countryside views, with stretches of rural landscapes, fields, and occasional glimpses of charming villages, making it a moderately scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Gainsborough to Retford is feasible as the journey takes only 14m and the distance is 14 km. There are 6 trains per day.
Typically, spending one to two days in Retford is sufficient to explore the main attractions and enjoy the local atmosphere.
Yes, you can take the train from Gainsborough to Retford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Gainsborough and Retford

Gainsborough
Retford
The major train station for departures in Gainsborough is Gainsborough Lea Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gainsborough Lea Road for your trip from Gainsborough to Retford.
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information
address
Address
Gainsborough Lea Road station, Lea Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1AH
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Public transport options for Gainsborough Lea Road
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the main road adjacent to the front of the Station
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Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
address
Address
Gainsborough Central station, Station Approach, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1XR
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Nearest carpark is 500 yds away in Marshalls Yard Shopping complex at the West Lindsey District Council carpark on Beaumont Street cost is £2.70 all day
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - this station is unstaffed, access is available between platforms using a barrow crossing across the track
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Station Entrance
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Gainsborough Central
  • Onward travel information: Bus station 750yds away on Heaton Street Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the entrance to the station car park.

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