Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)

Showing times and prices for 09 Aug

Cheapest price

£26

Average price

£32

Fastest journey

1 h 45 m

Average duration

1 h 48 m

Trains per day

14

Distance

97 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.

Fast trains

To travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) you need to make at least one change.

  • East Midlands Railways
    11:421h51
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    13:33Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
    £261One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands Railways
    13:431h48
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    15:31Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
    £261One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands Railways
    14:431h48
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    16:31Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
    £261One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands Railways
    15:431h50
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    17:33Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
    £261One-way
    1 change
  • East Midlands Railways
    16:431h45
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    18:28Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)
    £261One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £36.

Distance: 97 km

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Coach

£36

Average Price

£32

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Cheapest

2h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 48m

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Additional time*

7h 25m

Average total duration

6h 55m

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Live departures

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) trains for today, Saturday 8 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands Railways19:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h05
21:48 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)1 change
TransPennine Express23:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
10h14
9:27 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)1 change
Sunday 9 August
TransPennine Express8:12 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h24
10:36 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)1 change
TransPennine Express9:09 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h20
11:29 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)1 change
TransPennine Express10:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h22
12:36 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)1 change
East Midlands Railways11:42 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h51
13:33 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)1 change
TransPennine Express12:17 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h12
14:29 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)1 change
East Midlands Railways13:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h48
15:31 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)1 change
East Midlands Railways14:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h48
16:31 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)1 change
East Midlands Railways15:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h50
17:33 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)1 change
East Midlands Railways16:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h45
18:28 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)1 change
East Midlands Railways17:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h55
19:38 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)1 change
TransPennine Express18:17 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h07
20:24 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)1 change
TransPennine Express19:17 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h00
21:17 Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)1 change

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)

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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 2h 2m.

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 £32
Distance
97 km
Average train duration
1h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
£36
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 2m
First train
4:46
Last train
19:13
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
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 £32

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) from £32. 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
2h 44m
Cheapest Price
£36
Northern Rail frequency
3 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

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 2m
Cheapest Price
£36
Transpennine Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Learn more about Transpennine Express

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Price
£78
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Learn more about Avanti West Coast

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Price
£26
east_midlands_trains frequency
9 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
£37
TransPennine Express frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £36, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) covers a distance of 97 km and takes approximately 2h 2m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) is 97 km.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) leaves at 4:46.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) departs at 19:13.
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL).
To get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) is by coach, costing approximately £32.
Booking trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly to Gainsborough Lea Road offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of bustling cityscapes transitioning into the picturesque countryside of the North of England, including glimpses of the Peak District's rolling hills.
A day trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Gainsborough Lea Road is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 2m. However, there are 7 trains per day covering the 97 km route.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL)

Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL) trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Gainsborough Lea Road station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester
Arrival train stations in Gainsborough
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre

Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min

Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services

Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.

More about Manchester Piccadilly

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