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Birmingham to Gainsborough train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham to Gainsborough? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €86.43, with average prices for this route around €86.43. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
06:03 2h 30m, No direct Birmingham New Street	08:33 Gainsborough Lea Road	Find Tickets
07:03 2h 34m, No direct Birmingham New Street	09:37 Gainsborough Lea Road	Find Tickets
07:08 3h 3m, No direct Birmingham New Street	10:11 Gainsborough Lea Road	Find Tickets
08:27 2h 7m, No direct Birmingham New Street	10:34 Gainsborough Lea Road	Find Tickets
09:03 2h 34m, No direct Birmingham New Street	11:37 Gainsborough Lea Road	Find Tickets
09:09 3h, No direct Birmingham New Street	12:09 Paris	Find Tickets

Birmingham to Gainsborough train route details

First train

06:03

Last train

23:09

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Gainsborough

Journey time

2h 7m

Distance

127 km

Price

€86.43*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Gainsborough

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Birmingham to Gainsborough can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Gainsborough for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Birmingham to Gainsborough, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham to Gainsborough ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Birmingham to Gainsborough more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Birmingham to Gainsborough train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Birmingham to Gainsborough train prices and times

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