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Preston (Lancs) to Gainsborough Lea Road train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Gainsborough Lea Road, starting from US$72.93 and averaging US$72.93. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 57m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
18:10 3h 1m, No direct Preston (Lancs)	21:11 Gainsborough Lea Road		Find Tickets
23:34 11h 2m, No direct Preston (Lancs)	10:36 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Preston (Lancs) to Gainsborough Lea Road train route details

First train

07:11

Last train

23:34

Departure station

Preston (Lancs)

Arrival station

Gainsborough Lea Road

Journey time

2h 57m

Distance

135 km

Price

US$72.93*

Train Operators

Northern, LNER, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Gainsborough Lea Road

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Gainsborough Lea Road during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Preston (Lancs) to Gainsborough Lea Road, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Preston (Lancs) to Gainsborough Lea Road 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 Preston (Lancs) to Gainsborough Lea Road more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Preston (Lancs) to Gainsborough Lea Road 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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Preston (Lancs) to Gainsborough Lea Road train prices and times

Preston (Lancs) to Gainsborough Lea Road train route details