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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Gainsborough
Showing times and prices for 23 Jun
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
54 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Gainsborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Gainsborough will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Fast trains
To travel from Nottingham to Gainsborough you need to make at least one change.
7:252h04Nottingham9:29Gainsborough Lea Road£201One-way1 change- 8:252h06Nottingham10:31Gainsborough Lea Road£201One-way1 change
- 9:252h11Nottingham11:36Gainsborough Lea Road£201One-way1 change
- 10:252h04Nottingham12:29Gainsborough Lea Road£201One-way1 change
- 5:372h07Nottingham7:44Gainsborough Lea Road£231One-way1 change
- 9:271h27Nottingham10:54Gainsborough Lea Road£241One-way1 change
- 7:101h34Nottingham8:44Gainsborough Lea Road£231One-way1 change
- 6:271h40Nottingham8:07Gainsborough Lea Road£241One-way1 change
- 9:521h52Nottingham11:44Gainsborough Lea Road£231One-way1 change
- 7:501h54Nottingham9:44Gainsborough Lea Road£231One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Gainsborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Gainsborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £25.
Distance: 54 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 21m Average total duration 11h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nottingham to Gainsborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Gainsborough trains for today, Monday 22 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:25 Nottingham | 2h03 | 14:28 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 12:50 Nottingham | 1h54 | 14:44 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 13:25 Nottingham | 2h07 | 15:32 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 13:27 Nottingham | 1h27 | 14:54 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 13:52 Nottingham | 1h52 | 15:44 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 14:25 Nottingham | 2h06 | 16:31 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 14:50 Nottingham | 1h47 | 16:37 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 15:25 Nottingham | 2h03 | 17:28 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 15:27 Nottingham | 1h27 | 16:54 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 15:52 Nottingham | 1h52 | 17:44 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 16:45 Nottingham | 1h46 | 18:31 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 16:52 Nottingham | 1h54 | 18:46 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 17:25 Nottingham | 2h03 | 19:28 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 17:50 Nottingham | 1h54 | 19:44 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 18:26 Nottingham | 2h02 | 20:28 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 18:52 Nottingham | 1h55 | 20:47 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 19:45 Nottingham | 2h03 | 21:48 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 19:50 Nottingham | 1h57 | 21:47 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 21:27 Nottingham | 1h37 | 23:04 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 22:34 Nottingham | 8h29 | 7:03 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
 | 23:08 Nottingham | 7h31 | 6:39 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 23 June | |||||
| 5:21 Nottingham | 2h08 | 7:29 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 5:37 Nottingham | 2h07 | 7:44 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 6:27 Nottingham | 1h40 | 8:07 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 6:30 Nottingham | 1h59 | 8:29 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 7:10 Nottingham | 1h34 | 8:44 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 7:25 Nottingham | 2h04 | 9:29 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 7:50 Nottingham | 1h54 | 9:44 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 8:25 Nottingham | 2h06 | 10:31 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 8:50 Nottingham | 1h54 | 10:44 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 9:25 Nottingham | 2h11 | 11:36 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 9:27 Nottingham | 1h27 | 10:54 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 9:52 Nottingham | 1h52 | 11:44 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
| 10:25 Nottingham | 2h04 | 12:29 Gainsborough Lea Road | 1 change | |
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East Midlands Railway as well as east_midlands_trains or Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Nottingham to Gainsborough.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Gainsborough.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to Gainsborough.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Gainsborough
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Trains from Nottingham to Gainsborough run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 52m.
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
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 6:25 |
Last train 21:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited from Nottingham to Gainsborough trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Nottingham and Gainsborough from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Duration
1h 52m
Cheapest Price
£18
East Midlands Railway frequency
3 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 Duration
1h 27m
Cheapest Price
£20
east_midlands_trains frequency
24 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 31m
Cheapest Price
£17
Northern Trains Limited frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Nottingham to Gainsborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Gainsborough 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to Gainsborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train journey from Nottingham to Gainsborough covers a distance of 54 km and takes approximately 1h 52m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Nottingham to Gainsborough is 54 km.
The first train from Nottingham to Gainsborough leaves at 6:25.
The last train from Nottingham to Gainsborough departs at 21:50.
Trains from Nottingham to Gainsborough run approximately 3 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Nottingham to Gainsborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to Gainsborough.
To get from Nottingham to Gainsborough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to Gainsborough.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Gainsborough is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at Gainsborough Lea Road (GBL).
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Gainsborough is by train, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from Nottingham to Gainsborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Nottingham to Gainsborough offers pleasant views of the English countryside, passing through rural landscapes and charming small towns, making it a moderately scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Nottingham to Gainsborough is feasible. The journey takes 1h 52m and covers a distance of 54 km. There are 3 trains per day.
To fully explore Gainsborough's historical sites, such as the Gainsborough Old Hall, and enjoy its charming surroundings, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Gainsborough.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Gainsborough
Nottingham
Gainsborough
The major train station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your trip from Nottingham to Gainsborough.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Nottingham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
The major train station for arrivals 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 journey to Gainsborough from Nottingham.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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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