Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept

Cheapest price on 15 Sept

£2

Average ticket price on 15 Sept

£7

Fastest journey on 15 Sept

20 m

Average journey duration on 15 Sept

21 m

Trains on 15 Sept

7

Distance

23 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.

Fast trains

On Tue 15 Sept, we found 7 trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL), including 7 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .

The slowest trains will take 21 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 RailP24398
    22:440h20
    Lincoln Central (LCN)
    23:04Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
    £21One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89410
    10:230h21
    Lincoln Central (LCN)
    10:44Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
    £51One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89408
    9:230h21
    Lincoln Central (LCN)
    9:44Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89403
    7:230h21
    Lincoln Central (LCN)
    7:44Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89405
    8:250h20
    Lincoln Central (LCN)
    8:45Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
    £81One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £5.

Distance: 23 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£5

Average Price

£4

Average Price

Cheapest

£5

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

51m

Average total duration

Fastest

21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 9m

Average total duration

39m

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30m

Additional time*

30m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) is a coach with an average price of £4.

This is compared to other travel options from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL):

A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) costing on average £5.

The fastest way to travel from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) is by train with an average journey time of 21m.

Other travel options to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) take longer:

Coach takes on average 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lincoln Central (LCN) and Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 9m faster (21m by train vs 30m by car) and roughly £0.05 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£5 vs £5). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) train times

The table below shows live departures for Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG894037:23 Lincoln Central (LCN)
0h21
7:44 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC212717:47 Lincoln Central (LCN)
0h21
8:08 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG894058:25 Lincoln Central (LCN)
0h20
8:45 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG894089:23 Lincoln Central (LCN)
0h21
9:44 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8941010:23 Lincoln Central (LCN)
0h21
10:44 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)0 changesdirect
East Midlands RailwayC5965810:34 Lincoln Central (LCN)
0h21
10:55 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)0 changesdirect

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Northern Rail as well as East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited and more offer trains services from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)

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Trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 17:26, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Distance
23 km
Average train duration
21m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
20m
First train
17:26
Last train
21:44
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Tue
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, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) trainsNorthern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Lincoln Central (LCN) and Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) 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 Northern Rail Duration
20m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£5
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

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
21m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£10
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average east_midlands_trains Duration
20m
Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price
£7
east_midlands_trains frequency
5 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
19m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£6
Northern Trains Limited frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) 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 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train journey from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) covers a distance of 23 km and takes approximately 20m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) is 23 km.
The first train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) leaves at 17:26.
The last train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) departs at 21:44.
Trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL).
Yes, there is a direct train between Lincoln Central (LCN) and Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL). The service operates 9 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL).
The cheapest way to get from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Lincoln Central to Gainsborough Lea Road offers picturesque views of the English countryside, featuring rolling hills and charming rural landscapes, making it a scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Lincoln Central to Gainsborough Lea Road is feasible. The journey takes 20m and the distance is 23 km. There are 6 train trips available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Lincoln Central (LCN) and Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)

Most Lincoln Central (LCN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) trains use the Lincoln Central to Gainsborough Lea Road station pair. Use this guide to compare Lincoln Central (LCN) and Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Lincoln
Arrival train stations in Gainsborough
Lincoln CentralLincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EWShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesOutside the front of the station.

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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